New Delhi [India], Jan 8 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday issued a notice to the Central government on a petition filed by the National Council of Dalit Christians seeking Scheduled Caste (SC) status for the Dalit Christians.
A bench headed by Chief Justice SA Bobde sought response from the government and agreed to hear the plea which stated that the Christian Dalits should be given SC/ST reservation.
The petitioner stated the change of religion does not end social discrimination against lower castes. (ANI)
SC issues notice to Centre on plea seeking Scheduled Caste status for Dalit Christians
ANI | Updated: Jan 08, 2020 15:31 IST
