Members of the Dalit caste, previously known as "untouchables," were historically tasked with performing jobs that were considered impure or menial, such as cleaning toilets or butchering animals. This practice was part of the rigid caste system in India, where individuals were assigned roles based on their birth and were expected to adhere to specific occupations based on their caste status. The Dalits faced severe discrimination and were often excluded from other types of work opportunities, forcing them to take on these undesirable tasks to earn a living. Despite efforts to address caste-based discrimination, disparities still exist in modern India, and many Dalits continue to face social and economic marginalization.
