Indian Dalit women, girls targeted by upper-caste rapists

Breakdown

• A 10-year-old Dalit girl was violently raped by an upper-caste man, leading to lasting trauma and her family leaving their village.
• The family faced pressure and blame from the upper-caste community, making it difficult to remain in their home. 1m 29s
• Activists report that rape is used as a weapon of oppression against Dalit women, with little public outrage when victims are Dalit. 1m 44s
• Legal volunteers and activists assisting Dalit victims face intimidation and threats from upper-caste individuals. 2m 10s
• Under-reporting is widespread, with estimates that only 25% of cases are reported due to fear, lack of awareness, and absence of support. 2m 37s