In 1950, the practice of "untouchability" was outlawed in India with the implementation of the Constitution. Article 17 of the Constitution explicitly abolished untouchability and made its practice a punishable offense. This legislation aimed to promote social equality and eliminate discrimination against marginalized communities, particularly the Dalits. The move was a significant step towards establishing a more inclusive society in post-independence India.
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