Question

Explain the role of Gandhi ji for upliftment of untouchables

Answer 1

He called the untouchables the Harijans, or the children of god,organised satyagrah to secure them entry into temples and access ro public Wells tanks, roads,and schools

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.