
Government proposes 40% hike in SC/ST atrocity compensation to up to Rs 12 lakh
The Social Justice Ministry has proposed a 40%+ hike in compensation under the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act.
Minimum goes from ₹85,000 to ₹1 lakh. Maximum from ₹8.25 lakh to ₹12 lakh.
Pending clearance from the Expenditure Finance Committee.
SC-ST Act is considered to be one of the most abused laws in India.