Today we are celebrating the 134 anniversaries of the father of the Indian constitution “Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar” was born on 14 April 1891. Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, who is widely regarded as the Father of the Indian Constitution. Dr. Ambedkar was a social reformer, jurist, and political leader who dedicated his life to the upliftment of marginalized communities in India, particularly the Dalits, also known as the “untouchables.” Every year we celebrate to recall his laws and morals.
Early Life and Education
Dr. Ambedkar was born on April 14, 1891, in the town of Mhow in Madhya Pradesh, India. He was born into a Dalit family and faced discrimination and social exclusion from a young age. Despite the odds, he was determined to receive an education and went on to earn multiple degrees, including a PhD in economics from the University of London.
Social Reform and Political Activism
Dr. Ambedkar was deeply committed to social reform and worked tirelessly to eradicate caste-based discrimination and promote equality for all. He founded the Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha in 1924, an organization dedicated to the welfare of the untouchables, and later established the Independent Labour Party to give voice to the concerns of the working class.
On Ambedkar Jayanti, people across India celebrate Dr. Ambedkar’s life and work through various events and activities, including speeches, seminars, and cultural programs. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked their achievement who committed his life for social reforms, and made new laws for the welfare of society. This occasion is a reminder of the importance of promoting social justice and equality for all. And of the need to continue Dr. Ambedkar’s unfinished mission of building a more just and equitable society.
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He worked even in drastic situations when the circumstances were worse in which his mantras inspired people towards the changes. He also worked to uplift the backward classes and provide the same equality as other classes have. Where he worked and made some laws and implement them. He emerged when he made some amendments and new rules for backward classes even for women’s rights.
Some of the famous quotes delivered by Babasaheb
- “They cannot make history who forget history”.
- “I like the religion that teaches liberty, equality and fraternity”.
- “Life should be great rather than long”.
- “If you believe in living a respectable life, you believe in self-help which is the best help”.
- “We must stand on our own feet and fight as best as we can for our rights. So carry on your agitation and organize your forces. Power and prestige will come to you through struggle”.
- “The history of India is nothing but a history of a mortal conflict between Buddhism and Brahminism”.
- “I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved.”
Ambedkar Jayanti is a day of remembrance and reflection on the life and legacy of one of India’s greatest social reformers and political leaders. On this day, we honor his memory and recommit ourselves to the principles of inclusivity, equality, and justice that he championed.
