Dr. Bhimarao Ambedkar is known as the sculptor of the Indian Constitution. He was a great thinker who played a central role in social and legal changes in India. He fought for equality, social justice and rights of backward classes throughout his life. Every year, April 14 is celebrated as Ambedkar Jayanti, which is a day to remember their thoughts and contributions. Bharat Ratna Babasaheb Dr. Bhimarao Ramji Ambedkar. April 14 is not just a date of birth, but is the beginning of a thought revolution.
Dr. Ambedkar was born on April 3, 1891 in a Dalit family in Mahu city in Madhya Pradesh. Ambedkar had to face inhumane things like social discrimination and untouchability since childhood but never gave up. Despite the problems, he studied higher. He received a doctoral degree from major organizations like Colombia University (USA) and London School of Economics (England). He always raised his voice against racism, untouchability and social discrimination. He believed that education was the biggest force for changing society. Keeping this in mind, he established the “Excluded Helpery Sabha” in 1923, which was a big step towards education and social reforms.
Dr. Ambedkar is called the sculptor of the Indian Constitution. While drafting the Indian Constitution, he made sure that every citizen of the country – no matter what caste, religion, language or class – equality, justice and freedom. Their constitution is the strongest democratic foundation for us today.
After India's independence in 1947, he became the first minister of the country. Later, he adopted Buddhism in protest of caste discrimination and untouchability and paved the way of social change by connecting millions of people with him.
In 1956, Dr. Ambedkar adopted Buddhism with millions of followers. He said – 'I will accept this religion who teaches freedom, equality and brotherhood.' His actions created a new wave of social awareness. Dr. Ambedkar was honored with the National level Bharat Ratna Award for his contribution in 1990.
Dr. Ambedkar's life was not limited to education or constitution, but he was a social revolutionary. He participated in the fight against untouchability, racism and social discrimination throughout his life. He launched several movements to gain self -esteem and authority for Dalits, women and the underprivileged.
