Bakha faces discrimination and prejudice because of his caste from "summary" of Untouchable [by] Mulk Raj Anand by
Bakha, a young sweeper boy, is constantly reminded of his low caste status in the society he lives in. From the moment he wakes up in the morning, he is faced with discrimination and prejudice simply because of his birth. Despite his hard work and efforts to improve his situation, he is always met with disdain and contempt from those around him. The people in Bakha's village see him as nothing more than an "Untouchable", a person whose mere presence is considered polluting to those of higher castes. They refuse to eat with him, drink from the same vessels as him, or even touch him for fear of becoming impure. This dehumanizing treatment takes a toll on Bakha's self-esteem and sense of worth, leaving him feeling isolated and alone in a world that constantly rejects him. Even when Bakha tries to assert his humanity and demand respect, he is met with violence and cruelty. The higher caste individuals in his village do not see him as an equal, but rather as a subhuman creature who is meant to serve their needs witho...
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