THE ESSENTIAL AMBEDKAR

One of the pillars of Indian
democracy who played a pivotal role in shaping the Indian Constitution, Dr
Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar is also known for his radical, no-holds-barred views
on the discrimination against the backward classes, particularly the Untouchables
and the caste politics practised by Hindus. His path-breaking ideas, most of
which are relevant even today, are reflected in his writings. In the
Essential 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 much more. Both a handy reference guide as well as a useful
introduction to readers unfamiliar with Ambedkar’s works, the Essential
Ambedkar is a befitting tribute to the legacy of Babasaheb.