The Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
Atrocities Act
Safeguarding Equality and Justice
1. Introduction
2. Legislative History, Objectives, Definitions, and Scope of the Act
3. Defining Atrocity against Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes
4. Offences of Atrocities and Punishments
5. Externment Procedure
6. Collective Fine
7. Special Courts and Special Prosecutor
8. Presumption by Courts in Certain Cases
9. Precautionary and Preventive Measures under the Rules of 1995
10. Non-application of Anticipatory Bail and Probation of Offenders Act
11. Investigation and Supervision
12. Personnel under the Act and Their Duties
13. Conclusion
14. References
1. Introduction
The Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, is a significant legislative measure in India aimed at preventing and addressing atrocities committed against marginalized communities.
