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This sociological study meticulously documents the journey towards eradicating manual scavenging in India, tracing the 'Road To Freedom' for affected communities. It analyzes the complex interplay of social structures, legislative efforts, and grassroots movements that have shaped this critical human rights and social reform agenda. Examining the historical context, current challenges, and future prospects, this work offers profound insights into the ongoing pursuit of dignity and equality.

Explore the deeply entrenched and dehumanizing practice of manual scavenging in India, a stark human rights violation that continues to be a profound disgrace to the nation. This critical report sheds light on the challenges faced by sanitation workers and the urgent need for comprehensive strategies towards the eradication of manual scavenging, emphasizing the importance of dignity of labor.

Explore the profound meaning of manual scavenging and its implications, specifically in the Gujarati context. This description delves into what is manual scavenging, detailing the hazardous practice of manually cleaning human waste from unsewered toilets, open drains, or septic tanks, and its severe social, health, and dignity consequences as understood within Gujarat.