Some of the pillars of Indian democracy who played a pivotal role in shaping the Indian Constitution, Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar may be known for his radical, no-holds-barred views at the discrimination against the backward classes, particularly the Untouchables, and the caste politics practised by Hindus. His path-breaking ideas, so much of which can be relevant even nowadays, are reflected in his writings.
In The Very important Ambedkar, the finest extracts from Ambedkar’s impressive body of work have been selected and thematically arranged, covering issues such as caste and untouchability, the philosophy of the Hindu religion, the making of the Indian Constitution, the emancipation of women, India’s education policy, the Partition and a lot more. Both a to hand reference guide in addition to a useful introduction to readers unfamiliar with Ambedkar’s works, The Very important Ambedkar is a befitting tribute to the legacy of Babasaheb.