A savage gang rape and murder in the Uttar Pradesh district of Hathras has sparked widespread protests throughout India – and raised questions over the ongoing power of the caste system. The victim belonged to the Dalit community – the lowest caste – still called ‘untouchable’ by some in India. Four men from an upper caste are under arrest. Police have been sharply criticized over their handling of the case.
India gang rape of Dalit woman calls caste system into question | DW News
