The members of the caste known as the untouchables, or pariahs, were Select one: a. given extensive opportunity to achieve social mobility. b. given jobs such as handling dead bodies or collecting trash. c. composed primarily of priests and financial planners. d. so holy that they would be contaminated if touched even by high priests. e. required to have a minimum of five children during their lifetimes.

b. given jobs such as handling dead bodies or collecting trash.

Explanation:

According to the Hindu faith, the "untouchables" or "pariahs" are "impure" and therefore are discriminated against for belonging to the lower caste, although the constitution considers them equal to all citizens. The majority of those belonging to that caste are poor, have no land and do mostly physical work, such as garbage collection.