CLEAN : New law to ban Indias untouchable

CLEAN : New law to ban Indias untouchable

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the practice of manual scavenging in India, a job primarily done by women from the lowest caste. Despite being outlawed, it persists due to social prejudice and lack of enforcement. The video shares personal stories, highlighting the social ostracism faced by scavengers. Organizations are helping them transition to other professions through vocational training. Legislative efforts are underway to impose stricter penalties on employers, but the lack of proper sewage systems means the work continues. The video emphasizes the need for societal change and better infrastructure.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the profession that involves collecting human waste from non-flushing toilets in India?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How long has the practice of manual scavenging been outlawed in India?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What challenges do women manual scavengers face in society?

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What kind of vocational training do organizations provide to manual scavengers?

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What are the aspirations of the children of manual scavengers as mentioned in the text?

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