Human Rights Crisis with particular reference to Dalits

D.R. Ambedar

D.R. Ambedkar, also known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was a prominent Indian

social reformer and politician who dedicated his life to fighting for the rights of
the Dalit community. Ambedkar was born in a Dalit family and faced
discrimination and oppression throughout his life, which inspired him to
become an advocate for the rights of his community.

Ambedkar was a firm believer in the principles of democracy and equality, and
he fought tirelessly to ensure that the Dalits were treated as equal citizens of
India. He argued that the caste system, which placed the Dalits at the bottom of
society, was a social evil that needed to be eradicated.

Ambedkar believed that education was the key to empowering the Dalit
community and enabling them to break free from the cycle of poverty and
discrimination. He himself was highly educated, having earned multiple
degrees, including a law degree from Columbia University in the United States.

Ambedkar was also a key figure in the drafting of the Indian Constitution,
which enshrined the principles of equality and democracy and ensured that all
citizens of India, including the Dalits, were granted fundamental rights.

One of Ambedkar's most significant contributions to the Dalit community was

his conversion to Buddhism. He believed that Hinduism, the dominant religion
in India, was a source of oppression for the Dalits and that converting to
Buddhism would enable them to break free from the shackles of the caste
system.

Ambedkar's legacy continues to inspire the Dalit community and others who are
fighting for social justice and equality in India. His ideas and teachings continue
to shape the discourse around the rights of marginalized communities in India
and around the world.

D.R. Ambedkar was a visionary leader who dedicated his life to fighting for the
rights of the Dalit community. He believed in the principles of democracy and
equality and worked tirelessly to ensure that the Dalits were treated as equal
citizens of India. His ideas and teachings continue to inspire millions of people
around the world who are fighting for social justice and equality. But even after
his efforts the social evils committed on the Dalits still persisted.

Human Rights Crisis

Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that belong to all people,
regardless of their race, gender, religion, or other characteristics. Unfortunately,
there are still many groups of people around the world who are denied their
human rights, and Dalits are one of those groups.

Dalits, also known as "untouchables" in India, are a group of people who are
considered to be at the bottom of the caste system. They are often subjected to
discrimination, violence, and social exclusion, despite the fact that
discrimination based on caste is illegal in India.

The human rights of Dalits are often violated in many ways. For example, they
may be denied access to education, healthcare, and other basic services. They
may also be subjected to forced labor, sexual violence, and other forms of
abuse.

One of the most significant human rights issues facing Dalits is violence. Dalits
are often subjected to physical violence, including rape and murder, by
members of higher castes. This violence is often carried out with impunity, as
the perpetrators are rarely punished. According to the National Crime Records
Bureau of India, there were over 45,000 crimes committed against Dalits in
2019 alone.

Another significant human rights issue facing Dalits is discrimination in

employment. Dalits are often denied job opportunities and are paid lower wages
than their higher-caste counterparts. They are also often forced to perform
menial and degrading jobs, such as manual scavenging, which involves cleaning
human waste from sewers and toilets.

Despite the fact that discrimination based on caste is illegal in India, the
government has been criticized for failing to take adequate steps to protect the
human rights of Dalits. The Indian government has been accused of not
enforcing anti-discrimination laws effectively and of not providing adequate
resources for the protection of Dalits.
The international community has also criticized India for its treatment of Dalits.
In 2016, the United Nations Human Rights Council released a report that
criticized India for its failure to protect the human rights of Dalits. The report
called on India to take immediate steps to end caste-based discrimination and to
provide adequate protection for Dalits.

In conclusion, the human rights of Dalits are often violated in many ways,
including violence, discrimination in employment, and social exclusion. The
Indian government and the international community must take immediate steps
to protect the human rights of Dalits and to ensure that they are not subjected to
discrimination, violence, or any other form of abuse. The world cannot continue
to turn a blind eye to the plight of Dalits and other marginalized communities.
We must stand up for their human rights and work towards creating a world
where all people are treated with dignity and respect