India gang rape of Dalit woman calls caste system into question | DW News

October 12, 2020 by News Desk

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A savage gang rape and murder in the Uttar Pradesh district of Hathras has sparked widespread protests throughout India – and raised questions over the ongoing power of the caste system. The victim belonged to the Dalit community – the lowest caste – still called ‘untouchable’ by some in India. Four men from an upper caste are under arrest. Police have been sharply criticized over their handling of the case.
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