Ambedkar Jayanti is celebrated on 14th April every year to pay respects to Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar on his birthday. He was one of the gems of India and was renowned the world over.
People remember Dr. Ambedkar on this annual festival, and it is also an official public holiday throughout the country on this day.
About Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Dr. Ambedkar was born on 14the April 1891 in Mhow, a Military cantonment to an army officer.
He went on to achieve degrees in Economics from Mumbai University and then a Ph.D. from Columbia University, also in Economics. He enrolled in the London School of Economics. He also submitted his thesis in many subjects including sociology.
He was opposed to the caste system and started a movement to protest untouchability. In 1932 the Poona Pact was signed which reserved seats for the depressed classes in the legislature under a unified electorate.
He also was instrumental in the formation of RBI being an accomplished economist.
He chaired the Constitutional Drafting Committee from 29th August 1947 to 26th November 1949 when the Constituent Assembly accepted the Draft.
The Constitution Of India was adopted on 26th January 1950. This is a document which comprehensively spells out the rights and duties of all people over 448 articles
Ambedkar and Buddhism
Ambedkar was drawn towards Buddhism, especially after 1950 and converted after that and founded the Bharatiya Bauddha Mahasabha in 1955.
Why people celebrate Ambedkar Jayanti?
Here are some reasons why people celebrate Ambedkar Jayanti.
- It reminds us of the great contributions made by Dr. Ambedkar.
- It tells us Dr. Ambedkar drafted the constitution of India.
- It reminds us how Dr. Ambedkar fought against discrimination in India.
- It is a day to cherish and withhold the principles of Dr. Ambedkar.
Conclusion
Ambedkar is one of the greatest assets of India. It is only because of him that we have the constitution of India in place. Therefore, we should not only appreciate Ambedkar and his principles on 14th April but also stand by his ideas in our daily lives.