Sexual violence in India cannot be understood without examining the role of caste. Dalit women and women from marginalized communities face disproportionately higher rates of violence, and their access to justice is systematically denied.
The Numbers Speak
Despite comprising a significant portion of the population, cases of violence against Dalit women are often dismissed, under-investigated, or met with institutional hostility.
Gender justice without caste justice is incomplete justice.
An intersectional approach is essential — one that recognizes how caste, class, religion, and gender intersect to create unique vulnerabilities.