Question

5. How is untouchability a social evil? Discuss.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Untouchability is the practice of discriminating between certain sections of the society based on casteism.

• Untouchability is a social evil because the backward classes are denied the very fundamental rights, which are guaranteed to each and every citizen by the Constitution.

• Untouchability alienates people from the social structure and hinders the progress of the society as a whole.

• The untouchables are considered 'impure' and are denied access to all basic rights and facilities, which they are entitled to for a living.

• They do not get access to education and are left ignorant of healthcare issues, cleanliness, etc.

• The practice of untouchability disturbs the spirit of communal harmony and universal brotherhood.