Question

Explain contribution of gandhiji to uplift the position of untouchables in society

Answer 1

Mahatma Gandhi lead several Satyagraha against this untouchability in the society.
he called them as harijans meaning children's of the god

Answer 2

Answer:

1. Gandhiji declared that swaraj would not come for a hundred years if untouchability was not eliminated.

2. He called the untouchables Harijans children of God,

3. He organized satyagraha to secure them entry into temples and to assess to public wells, tanks, roads and schools,

4. He himself cleaned toilets to dignify the work of Bhangi (the Sweepers).

5. He persuaded the upper castes to change their heart and give up the sin of untouchability.