‘Bhangi,’ ‘Neech,’ ‘Bhikhari,’ and ‘Mangani’ Not Caste Specific Names: High Court Drops Charges Against SC/ST Act Case

The Rajasthan High Court, led by Justice Birendra Kumar, dismissed SC/ST Act charges against four men for using terms deemed non-caste specific during a land inspection incident. The court found insufficient evidence of caste-based insults, although it upheld other charges under the IPC related to obstructing public servants.