The Fragile Life of the Atrocities Act: Seeking Justice Against Caste Crimes

Description

Author: Sandhya Fuchs
Genre: Law / Social Justice / Human Rights / Indian Studies
Publisher: Navayana Publishing Pvt. Ltd.
Publication Year: 2024
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Pages: 358
ISBN-13: 9788194631385

The Fragile Life of the Atrocities Act provides a compelling examination of the legal, social, and institutional challenges surrounding caste-based crimes in India. Sandhya Fuchs explores the workings of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, tracing its implementation, successes, and the systemic obstacles that often undermine justice.

Through a combination of detailed case studies, legal analysis, and personal accounts, Fuchs highlights the struggles of marginalized communities as they seek justice, exposing loopholes, delays, and socio-political pressures that weaken the law’s impact. The book emphasizes the urgent need for reforms and social awareness to ensure equality and protection for vulnerable groups.