Brahmins - The highest caste in the Indian social hierarchy historically known for being educated, serving as teachers, and intellectuals., The Caste system - The intricate hierarchy in India that governs aspects such as marriage, dietary habits, and occupations, with groups divided based on karma and dharma., The Dalit Community - A marginalized group in India, formerly considered untouchables, facing oppression and discrimination, often forced into menial and dangerous jobs., Equality advocacy - Efforts and actions aimed at promoting fairness, justice, and equal rights for marginalized communities, such as the Dalit community in India., Impunity - Exemption from punishment or accountability, particularly seen in cases of caste-based and gender-based violence where perpetrators from upper castes often escape consequences., Narrative change - The process of altering prevailing stories and perceptions to challenge stereotypes and biases, often undertaken by marginalized communities to assert their voices and experiences., Scheduled caste - A group in India identified for affirmative action and reserved quotas in education and government jobs to address historical discrimination., Systemic oppression - The ongoing and pervasive discrimination and mistreatment faced by marginalized groups within societal structures and institutions., Kshatriyas - A caste in the Indian social system placed between Brahmins and Dalits, traditionally associated with warriors and rulers., Shukras - A caste in the Indian social structure placed between Brahmins and Dalits, with specific roles and occupations., Vaishyas - A caste in the Indian social hierarchy involved in business and trade, positioned between Brahmins and Dalits., The rise in sexual violence against Dalit women - Increased by 160% in reported rapes, between 2009 and 2019, The caste system - One of the oldest forms of social stratification, The Dalit community - They are often subjected to dangerous and degrading jobs, such as manual scavenging, and experience high rates of violence and sexual assault.,

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