Protection of Civil Rights and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment
Legislative action — a bill, act, or amendment that creates or modifies the legal framework. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Strengthened protections for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes against caste-based atrocities. Enhanced penalties, established special courts, and provided for rights of victims during investigation and trial.
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Historical Record (Curated)
Published Friday, 30 December 2005
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
20 million central + state government employees
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
UPA I Congress-led UPA
Left Centre Right