10 Interesting  Facts About  Dr. BR Ambedkar

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Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, also known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was a renowned social reformer, economist, jurist, politician, and the architect of India's Constitution. 

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Babasaheb Ambedkar was born in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, on April 14, 1891.

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He belonged to a Mahar family, considered "untouchable" in the Hindu caste system, and faced discrimination throughout his life.

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Ambedkar overcame obstacles to become the first Dalit to earn a Ph.D. in Economics from a foreign university.

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He was a vocal advocate for social justice and tirelessly fought against caste discrimination and untouchability.

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Ambedkar was the chief architect of India's Constitution and played a pivotal role in shaping modern India.

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He founded the Independent Labour Party in 1936 and Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha to empower Dalits.

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Ambedkar, India's first Law Minister, passed crucial laws like the Hindu Code Bill.

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In 1956, he and his followers converted to Buddhism, protesting against the caste system and its oppression of Dalits.

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Ambedkar was awarded Bharat Ratna in 1990 for his outstanding contribution to India.

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Ambedkar's birthday is celebrated  on April 14th.

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