Summary In fast-paced modern India, some traditions still hold fast. Though the country's notorious caste system was officially abolished half a century ago, discrimination remains widespread. We meet Hema, a leader of Delhi's sewage workers' union. Despite having a master's degree and successful career, Hema is considered an "untouchable" because she is a Dalit, a member of India's lowest social caste. The Dalits make up one-fifth of the country's population. They are forbidden from marrying into upper caste families or even going to the same religious temples. We watch Hema's struggle to rise above her assigned status, at great personal cost. Part of the series Twist of Faith. (22 minutes)
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Martin Himel
Genres : Documentary News
Countries of origin : Canada
Official sites : Full Series (13 x 30min)
Language : English
Production companies : Vision TV
Summary In fast-paced modern India, some traditions still hold fast. Though the country's notorious caste system was officially abolished half a century ago, discrimination remains widespread. We meet Hema, a leader of Delhi's sewage workers' union. Despite having a master's degree and successful career, Hema is considered an "untouchable" because she is a Dalit, a member of India's lowest social caste. The Dalits make up one-fifth of the country's population. They are forbidden from marrying into upper caste families or even going to the same religious temples. We watch Hema's struggle to rise above her assigned status, at great personal cost. Part of the series Twist of Faith. (22 minutes)
Genres : Documentary News
Countries of origin : Canada
Official sites : Full Series (13 x 30min)
Language : English
Production companies : Vision TV
