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Are OBCs and Dalits treated the same in India?
No. OBCs and dalits are treated very differently. Firstly OBC is a list of castes. Each caste is different in India. OBC community lists contains very different type of castes. It is such a huge list and highly varies state by state. generalisations are tough to make in terms of how they are treated.
How to look after the welfare of Dalits and tribals?
The state governments have separate departments to look after the welfare of SCs, STs and OBCs. Their administrative set-up, however, varies from state to state. A number of voluntary organizations also promote the welfare of dalits and tribals.
Why are Dalits not allowed to be touched by higher classes?
Even people who had no choice in the matter (those born to parents who were both Dalits) were not allowed to be touched by those of higher classes nor ascend the ranks of society. Because of their uncleanliness in the eyes of Hindu and Buddhist gods, they were banned from many places and activities, as ordained by their past lives.
Is untouchability practiced on OBCs in India?
Worst forms of untouchability are not practiced on them. OBCs are economically and socially way ahead of Dalits/Adivasis. They are not represented adequately in educational institutions and government jobs. Those opportunities are still with the general category.
What is the difference between SC and Dalit?
Dalits and SC are synonymous. Dalits are the lowest caste category, who are deemed to be untouchables. They face the brunt of Indian discrimination. STs are the tribal people’s, who generally have their own culture. STs don’t face individualized discrimination, but STs are generally economically exploited.
How do privileged castes discriminate against OBCs?
Discrimination of OBC by privileged castes is in the form of social-educational exclusion, nepotism etc. There practically no physical violence against them by privileged castes. Education exclusions in the form admissions to good schools, neglect. Nepotism in job selection and promotions.