Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

1891 - 1956

"I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved."

Life Journey

A timeline of key moments that shaped the extraordinary life of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

Born in Mhow
1891

Born in Mhow

Born into a Mahar (Dalit) family in Mhow, Central Provinces (now Madhya Pradesh)

Journey to America
1913

Journey to America

Awarded scholarship to study at Columbia University, New York

MA from Columbia
1915

MA from Columbia

Earned Master of Arts in Economics, studying under renowned professors

Legal Practice
1923

Legal Practice

Started legal practice in Mumbai, fighting for Dalit rights and social justice

Mahad Satyagraha
1927

Mahad Satyagraha

Led historic satyagraha for Dalit water rights, burning Manusmriti

Law Minister
1947

Law Minister

Appointed as first Law Minister of Independent India

Constitution Adopted
1950

Constitution Adopted

Indian Constitution came into effect, establishing democratic framework

Eternal Legacy
1956

Eternal Legacy

Passed away in Delhi, leaving an indelible mark on Indian society

Impact in Numbers

The measurable legacy of Dr. Ambedkar's contributions to modern India

1950

Constitution Adopted

Year the Indian Constitution came into effect

470

Articles Drafted

Articles in the Indian Constitution

141

Days to Draft

Time taken to create the Constitution

1990

Bharat Ratna

Posthumously awarded India's highest civilian honor

Remarkable Achievements

Exploring the multifaceted contributions that shaped modern India

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Principal Architect

Drafted the Indian Constitution as Chairman of the Drafting Committee

  • ✓Led the committee that drafted the Constitution of India
  • ✓Ensured fundamental rights and social justice principles
  • ✓Advocated for abolition of untouchability
  • ✓Established framework for democratic governance

Words of Wisdom

Timeless quotes from Dr. Ambedkar

"I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved."

Core Principles

The fundamental values that guided Dr. Ambedkar's life and work

Equality

Every individual deserves equal rights and opportunities regardless of birth or background

Education

Education is the most powerful tool for social transformation and empowerment

Justice

Social justice must be the foundation of any democratic society

Fraternity

Unity and brotherhood among all communities is essential for national progress

Compassion

Empathy and care for the marginalized and oppressed drives true leadership

Rationality

Scientific temper and rational thinking should guide personal and social decisions

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