Elimination of Untouchability

Mahatma Gandhi decided that "Swaraj" would not come in hundred years unless the Untouchability is eliminated.

He called the untouchables 'harijans' or the children of god

He organised Satyagraha to secure their entry into temples and access to public well, tanks roads and schools.

He himself cleaned toilets to dignify the work of Bhangi (sweeper)

He persuaded the upper castes to change their mindset and give up the sin of Untouchability.

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