Commentary on the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1999

This comparative study of the Scheduled Cases and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 with other penal statues explains the interpretation of words, underlying principles, scope and procedures under the Act. It involves an analytical commentary on the Act citing the latest case law. It delves into the preamble of the Act, other enactments prior to the Act, the process of filing of FIR and investigation, cognizance of offence and punishment under the Act. It undertakes a detailed study of the important Section 3 of the Act and throws light on aspects relating to externment and features of the special court to take up cases under the Act.