CONCEPT OF AMBEDKARISM IN MODERN INDIA

ABSTRACT

Dr. Ambedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb, was an Indian jurist, economist, politician, social reformer and a deep scholar. He inspired the Dalit Buddhist Movement and campaigned against social discrimination against Dalits, whilst also supporting the rights of women and labour. Dr. Ambedkar wanted to transform India into a country where freedom holds meaning for everyone. He dedicated his life for uplifting of the Dalits. Ambedkar wanted to create a social equilibrium and to create a positive public opinion to fight the gross inequalities at all levels in the society. Unfortunately, the media, both in the past as well as in the present, has projected Ambedkar primarily as a bitter critic of the Hindu religion and a great social rebel. They have ignored Dr. Ambedkar’s multi-faceted personality. This paper attempts to throw some light on his ideas in developing modern India.

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