An Economic Analysis of Dalits in India

Dalits in India, formerly known as untouchables, are the lowest rung in India's caste system. According to the Constitution of India, 'Scheduled Caste' is the official term for Dalits. Dalits are now found scattered across various social groups including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Christianity, and Islam. The Dalit community in India has been the subject of concern, criticism, and analysis for many years. Even after India's independence from British rule, Dalits still face many forms of discrimination, irony, insecurity, and poverty in their daily life and society. The article will review the economic and social conditions of Dalits in India, the challenges they constantly face, and the government's efforts to address these issues.