All of the above points are so true and prevent growth for all sections of the society. It seems to facilitate a certain set of traits , which seems to only lead towards ineffective social systems over time.
Cases of misuse of the scheduled caste/schedule tribe act, are most times towards suppressing some other crime[1]. Many cases are also politically motivated and political interests for vote banks keep them less-heard .
[1]https://www.opindia.com/2021/07/qatar-based-indian-phd-schol...