2021-06-27
Local youths of Gorkha have staged a symbolic protest against caste-based discrimination by tying black bands around their arms and forehead. United Aware Dalit Struggle Committee organized the protest on Sunday demanding punishment against those accused of caste-based discrimination and justice for the victim. Participants at the demonstration carried different placards demanding strict implementation of laws regarding caste-based discrimination.
Violent / Non-violent | Nonviolent |
Primary Form | Demonstration |
Primary Cause | Issues related to legal action and access to justice |
Secondary Cause | Related to discrimination against Dalits |
Actor 1 - Number of people | N |
Actor 1 - Affiliations | Dalit Organizations |
Actor 1 - Youth | na |
Actor 2 - Number of people | N |
Actor 2 - Affiliation (Target) | Government and civil servants at central level |
Actor 2 - Youth | na |
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