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Manual scavengers in Gujarat are called:
AKisans
BBhangis
CPakhis
DSudras
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Bhangis
1. Different states use different names.
2. Tamil Nadu uses Sikkaliars.
3. The Bhangis in Gujarat continue to be considered untouchable.
4. So the answer is Bhangis.
_Source: NCERT Class 8 Social and Political Life III, Ch 6 'Confronting Marginalisation'_
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