Question

Which of these problems are faced by "untouchables"?

• A. "Untouchables" could take up any jobs.
• B. "Untouchables" could not draw water from the village well.
• C. "Untouchables" could not enter temples.
• D. Children of "untouchables" could not sit next to the children of other castes.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

The correct options are
B "Untouchables" could not draw water from the village well.
C "Untouchables" could not enter temples.
D Children of "untouchables" could not sit next to the children of other castes.

"Untouchables" were denied access to temples and to the village well. Their children could not sit next to the children of other castes in school. They could only take up menial jobs and not any other jobs.