Dalits' Struggle To Enter Temples Exposes Deep-Rooted Caste Conflicts In Tamil Nadu
The caste strife in Tamil Nadu’s Alampallam village echoes a larger clash over temple entry, exposing the shortcomings of the Dravidian parties in addressing the deeply-entrenched caste conflicts.
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Deal struck, Dalits can now enter temple in Villupuram village
About three peace meetings were earlier held after the SC members said the caste Hindus prevented them entry and assaulted three SC members of the village during a festival held on April 7.
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Caste crimes: Justice remains a mirage for Dalits as govt caught in self-induced slumber
As if to add salt to their wounds, the Dalits were driven to the wall by authorities who would rather prefer to "resolve" the issue "amicably" rather than take action against the perpetrators.
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