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  1. Dalit - Wikipedia

    Dalit (English: /ˈdælɪt/, Hindi: [d̪əlɪt̪] from Sanskrit: दलित meaning "broken/scattered"), also called Harijans[7] (Hindi: [ɦəɾɪdʒən]) is a term used for untouchables and outcasts, who represent …

  2. Dalit | Meaning, Caste, & Facts | Britannica

    5 days ago · Dalit, term used to refer to any member of a wide range of social groups that were historically marginalized in Hindu caste society. The official designation Scheduled Caste is …

  3. Who Are the Dalits? - ThoughtCo

    Feb 4, 2020 · Dalits, also known as "Untouchables," are members of the lowest social group in the Hindu caste system. The word "Dalit " means "oppressed" or "broken" and is the name …

  4. World Dalit Organisation

    In legal and constitutional terms, Dalits are known in India as scheduled castes. There are currently some 166.6 million Dalits in India. The Constitution requires the government to define …

  5. ABOUT DALITS - Dalit Lives Matter

    The term ‘Dalit’ refers to a social group made up of diverse ethnicities that have been systemically marginalized in South Asia. Dalits are considered to be ‘untouchable’ in the traditional social …

  6. Understanding Dalit Identity: History, Challenges, and Triumphs – Dalit

    Dalit identity is deeply rooted in history and encompasses a complex journey of resilience, resistance, and transformation. This blog explores the origins, societal challenges, and …

  7. DALIT Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of DALIT is a member of the lowest class in the traditional Hindu social hierarchy having in traditional Hindu belief the quality of defiling by contact a member of a higher caste.

  8. Dalit - Wikiwand

    Dalit is a term used for untouchables and outcasts, who represented the lowest stratum of the castes in the Indian subcontinent. They are also called Harijans. ...

  9. Dalit Movements in India

    Jan 4, 2025 · Explore the history, key leaders, and impact of Dalit Movements in India, highlighting their role in social justice and equality.

  10. Understanding Dalits: Identity and Struggles in India - BA Notes

    Jan 2, 2024 · The term “Dalit,” meaning “broken” or “oppressed” in Marathi, has evolved from a marker of subjugation to a symbol of identity, resistance, and empowerment.