Dalits are the class of people formerly known as “Untouchables” in the Hindu religion, which are the lowest class. Under India’s national constitution they are given special rights and protection.

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Dalits, Christians and Parsis (those who practice Zoroastrians, an ancient religion from Persia) argued that drinking was not anathema to them and in fact part of their customs. Furthermore ...