Introduction
Ambedkar Jayanti 2024 is celebrated on 14th April every year. It is the birth anniversary of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, a gigantic figure in Indian History. Born in a socially marginalized community, Dr Ambedkar rose to become a prime architect of the Indian Constitution and a ruthless crusader for Social equality, justice, and the rights of the oppressed. His contributions have left an everlasting mark on Indian Society, shaping its democratic principles and inspiring generations.
Date and Celebrations, Ambedkar Jayanti 2024:
Dr Ambedkar Jayanti is celebrated on the 14th of April every year with great zeal and intensity across India. In many states, it is a public holiday, allowing people to pay respect to the noble leader. Various events are planned for the day as prayer meetings, cultural programs, seminars, and community gatherings. The citizens along with Political leaders and Social activists from all walks of life come together and honour Dr Ambedkar’s legacy and reflect on his teachings.
#AmbedkarJayanti at home through the years: Honoring an enduring legacy with fervent tributes to this monumental figure who is the architect of our rights — Babasaheb!
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Here's to continuing the revolution in his honor!!
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Constitutional Contribution:
Dr Ambedkar played an important role in shaping the Indian Constitution, as he was the chairman of the drafting committee of the constituent Assembly of India. He made sure the Constitution was based on the ideologies of Justice, Equality, Liberty, and Fraternity. His vision led to the inclusion of the Fundamental rights and protection of marginalized communities such as scheduled castes, scheduled Tribes, and some other backward classes.
History and Significance:
Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, popularly called Babasaheb was born in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh on 14th April 1891. He excelled academically earning degrees in India and abroad, even though he faced difficulties and obstacles due to his caste background. Dr Ambedkar dedicated his whole life to fighting against Social injustice, inequality, and caste-based discrimination.
Dr Ambedkar played an important role in framing the Indian Constitution ensuring it with the moral values of unity, justice, equality, and fraternity. He also included provisions to protect the Scheduled caste, scheduled Tribes, and some other backward classes. Dr Ambedkar was a creative writer, scholar, and activist. He persistently campaigned for the rights of Dalits and even worked for their betterment and upliftment. Finally, his efforts bore fruits and some important legislative reforms took place like social equality and the abolition of untouchability.
Dr Ambedkar’s philosophy gave high importance to education as a means of empowerment and social transformation. He always believed in the power of knowledge to liberate individuals from the shackles of caste-based oppression. Throughout his life, he advocated education i.e. free and compulsory education for one and all as a fundamental right of an individual.
Quotes by Dr B .R. Ambedkar:
“Cultivation of mind should be the ultimate aim of human existence.”
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“I like the religion that teaches liberty, equality, and fraternity.”
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“Life should be greater than long “
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“I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved.”
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“Men are mortal. So are ideas. An idea needs propagation as much as a plant needs watering. Otherwise, both will wither and die.”
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Legacy and Inspiration:
The legacy of Dr Ambedkar continues to inspire movements for social justice and equality in India and beyond. His teachings on Secularism and democracy are still significant in contemporary discourse. The principles like equality and justice that were shaped in the Indian Constitution still serve as a guiding light to the Nation’s progress.
Dr Ambedkar’s Supremacy extends beyond social and political spheres into cultural and educational domains. His teachings, writings, speeches, and ideas continue to resonate with millions of people around the globe. His birth anniversary Dr Ambedkar Jayanti, is not just a day of remembrance but a celebration of eternal legacy.
Conclusion:
Dr Ambedkar Jayanti holds a very important place in India’s cultural and political landscape. It reminds me of the struggle and sacrifices made by Dr Ambedkar in the pursuit of justice and equality. As the nation celebrates its birth anniversary, it also rededicates itself to the principles of Equality, Liberty, and Fraternity that he relentlessly advocated throughout his life. You can also read Cheti Chand 2024: Celebrating Jhulelal’s Blessings.