How does the Constitution define "Scheduled Castes"?
The Constitution defines "Scheduled Castes" as a group of people who have been socially and economically marginalized due to their caste status. They are provided with safeguards under the Indian Constitution or any other law for the time being in force, or any order of the Government to ensure their protection, welfare, and socio-economic development. The National Commission for Scheduled Castes is responsible for investigating, monitoring, and evaluating the working of these safeguards, as well as making recommendations for their effective implementation.