The other struggle is the one started in 1950 after dalits who have converted to Christianity and Islam were denied the privileges given to dalits of other religions. The latest NSSO report reveals the backwardness of dalit Christians. The survey also paradoxically points out that Christians have the lowest illiteracy rate both in rural and urban areas. Could this indicate that the ideology of Hindutva, be it in BJP- or Congress-ruled states, still infuses governance? And is there a need for another Sachar Committee to look into the concerns of Christians?
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