Dalit

Andhra Pradesh's call for SC status sparks national discourse on Dalit Christian rights

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(Photo: Pixabay) A recent demand by the government of Andhra Pradesh to grant Scheduled Caste (SC) status to Dalit Christians has been welcomed by Christian leaders across the country. The SC status provides benefits under India’s affirmative action policy aimed at uplifting marginalised communities. The Andhra Pradesh Minister of Social Welfare, Merugu Nagarjuna, stated that … Read more

Voicing religious discrimination against Dalit Christians and Muslims on ‘Black Day’

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(Photo: Unsplash) Christians in India came together on August 10 to observe ‘Black Day’, voicing their opposition to the denial of fundamental rights to Dalit Christians and Muslims. These groups have been excluded from affirmative action programs of the Indian government based solely on religious grounds. The annual ‘Black Day’ serves as a poignant reminder … Read more