Untouchable (by Mulk Raj Anand)

"Untouchable" by Mulk Raj Anand is a novel that explores the life of Bakha, a young man from the lowest social caste in India, known as the Untouchables. The story highlights the harsh discrimination and social exclusion they face, such as being banned from communal spaces and regarded as impure. Through Bakha’s experiences, the novel sheds light on the systemic injustice, their struggles for dignity, and the need for social reform. It emphasizes themes of inequality, human rights, and the importance of compassion and understanding in overcoming deep-seated prejudices.