The Dalit rights organization "Swayam Sainik Dal", according to sources in Indian media, called for the Dalit community to convert to Buddhism in a gathering on April 14 in order to free itself from the constraints of the caste system.
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In India's caste system, "Dalits" are the "untouchable" class, which is said to be relegated to filthy or manual labor. Even though the caste system was long since abolished in India, the class notion of caste is still firmly entrenched in some regions.
Approximately 65,000 individuals attended the gathering on April 14 according to Indian media sources, although there are still conflicting accounts of how many people really converted to Buddhism. However, a Dalit activist said that more and more Dalits are converting to other religions in order to escape the prejudice brought on by the caste system. Although the Indian government has established a policy to end discrimination, it has not been carried out at all levels, and many religious organizations have chosen to remain silent, leading Dalits to eventually renounce Hinduism.
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Sikhs and Buddhists are protected by the legislation in India since they are seen as vulnerable communities. However, the Affirmative Action Act no longer protects Dalits if they convert to another faith, such as Christianity or Islam.
