Unseen

Bhasha Singh's "Unseen," translated from Hindi by Reenu Talwar, is an investigative report documenting the banned but prevalent practice of manual scavenging across eleven Indian states. Based on a decade of research, this 2014 publication reveals the severe realities faced by individuals compelled to clean human excreta manually, exploring the socio-economic and caste factors that perpetuate this injustice.
Why You Should Read?
Provides an in-depth investigation into manual scavenging, supported by extensive field research.
Examines the intersection of caste discrimination, poverty, and human rights violations in India.
Presents narratives of resilience and community efforts to challenge systemic injustices.