National Campaign on Dalit Human Rights
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National Campaign on Dalit Human Rights is an Indian non-party based secular platform with offices in 14 states of the country. The objectives of NCDHR are the following: (1) to hold the State accountable for all Human Rights violations committed against Dalits; (2) to sensitize civil society by raising visibility of the Dalit problem; and (3) to render justice to Dalit victims of discrimination and violence. Their manifesto declares that they mean to fight Casteism and discrimination in countries where they allege that such things are prevalent, such as India, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Japan (see Burakumin), Pakistan, Senegal, Rwanda, and Sri Lanka[1]. Their website states:
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The present time is an historic moment, not only for Dalits, but for all those committed to basic human rights and principles of justice, equality, liberty, fraternity. India, a rising star and increasingly important player on the world stage, must not be allowed to ignore the injustice and oppression within its own borders any longer. Together, we must unite, nationally and internationally, to force the Indian government to rise above an entrenched caste-mentality and to properly enforce its laws, implement its policies, and fulfill its responsibility to protect the basic human rights of ALL of its citizens.[2] |
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In 2007 the organisation was awarded the Rafto Prize for its work in improving the lives of Dalits in India.[3][4]
Allegations and Criticism
There have been allegations of spreading communalism, the stereotyping and scapegoating of non-Christian religions and forced conversions to Christianity in India[5]. They feature articles and endorsements by controversial figures such as VT Rajshekhar[6].
It is a partner of the Christian-Aid organization.[citation needed]
See also
References
Link
National Campaign on Dalit Human Rights Website
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