200,000 bonded labourers in Karnataka

> 1976 was the year in which India banned the practice of bonded labour.

> 200,000 bonded labourers are estimated to be across Karnataka.

> Most people trapped in bonded labour are unaware of the fact they might have paid off their initial loan 10 times over.

> The 1976 Abolition of Bonded Labour Act cancels any dues that may be pending when a worker is rescued from bondage.