What is the role of NCSC when it comes to violence against SC people in Bengal

Understand the role and responsibilities of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) in addressing the issue of violence against Scheduled Castes in Bengal.
The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) is responsible for ensuring protection, promotion, and welfare of Scheduled Castes (SC) across the country. In addressing the issue of violence against SC in Bengal, NCSC plays a vital role.
  • NCSC is responsible for receiving, investigating, and addressing complaints of violence, discrimination, and atrocities against SC communities in Bengal.
  • NCSC ensures that the provisions of the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 are implemented effectively in Bengal.
  • NCSC monitors the action taken by Bengal Government and its agencies in these cases and ensures justice is delivered to the victim.
  • NCSC takes up suo moto investigations in cases of violence against SC in Bengal and recommends appropriate measures to the Bengal Government.
  • NCSC recommends relief and rehabilitation measures to the victims and their families in cases of violence.
  • NCSC also works towards building awareness among SC communities about their rights and how to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
In summary, NCSC plays an important role in ensuring the protection, promotion, and welfare of SC communities in Bengal and takes various measures to address cases of violence against them.
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