Question

Q.9 Discuss the efforts made by Gandhiji for the upliftment of Dalits. Describe the main features
of 'Poona Pact.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The main features of Poona Pact were:

1) The Poona Pact (of September 1932) gave Depressed Classes (later to be known as Scheduled caste) reserved seats in provincial and central legislative councils.

2) They were to be voted in by the general electorate.

3) The act came into force due to Gandhiji s fast unto death.

4) Ambedkar ultimately accepted Gandhiji s stand.

Explanation:

Gandhi organised satyagraha to secure the entry of the dalits into temples, and access to public wells, tanks, roads and schools. He himself cleaned toilets to dignify the work of the 'bhangi' (the sweepers), He tried persuading upper castes to change their heart and give up 'the sin of untouchability'.