Father of Indian Constitution, the leader of Dalits, a famous lawyer, and a man of vision was born today. Dr B R Ambedkar came from a Dalit family and worked for Dalits. The country will always remember his contribution in building the pillars of India. And to understand his works and the legacy of this Bharat Ratna, one must read these famous books written by Ambedkar.
From politics to governance, religion to finance, Bhim Rao Ambedkar written books on topics of importance that the present-day society still needs to learn. He was proficient in Sanskrit, Pali, German, Gujarati, Marathi, French, and even Persian language besides having immense knowledge of the official languages of India.
Most of the famous books by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar were the best selling of that time. On the occasion of Bhim Jayanti, one must know about all those great pieces of work.
5 Famous Books Of Dr B R Ambedkar
The Problem Of The Rupee
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Even though he was the Father of Indian constitution, a law minister, Ambedkar was very much concerned about the finance and economy too. He studied political science and economics from the NY’s Columbia University.
The social reformer discussed the currency and banking history of India in depth in his book “The Problem of The Rupee: Its Origin and Its Solution.” The book was written in 1923 and gives a detailed description of the origin of Reserve Bank of India.
Annihilation of Caste
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More than a book, Annihilation of Caste, was his views on the caste system in India that was deeply rooted in the country. Belonging to the caste of untouchables, he was very well aware of the sufferings of Dalits.
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The book was a result of his undelivered speech which Ambedkar was supposed to give in a meeting in Lahore. Organizers canceled his invitation after reviewing the speech following which he self-publish it. Although the book got huge popularity, Gandhi was not in favor of his views. The choices of words were termed as unbearable and they don’t contain the teachings of Hindu saints.
Later, Ambedkar published a book as a reply to Gandhi’s criticism in the second and third editions of the book. The book is a lens showing the conditions of Dalits and the caste system of India.
Thoughts On Pakistan By Dr B R Ambedkar
He was not only the leaders of Dalits working for their betterment, Ambedkar was a man with a wide perspective. The Partition of India was a moment in history that still gets question without any justification. Many suffered then and many are sufferings still. The proof is the first quote on the title page of this book.
“More brain, O Lord, more brain! or we shall mar, Utterly this fair garden we might win.”
The book published in 1940, few years after the partition, reflects both Muslim and Hindu views against and in favor of Pakistan. Moreover, it also defines what nation means, how Muslims suffered, unity of both the religion and alternative to that new nation.
Buddha or Karl Marx
Both were great preachers and worked to bring change in society but both opt for different paths which many famous leaders still follows. This book is a comparison of the teachings of these two great personalities and their views on dictatorship and non-violence.
Who Were The Shudras?
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This 1946 book is a detailed description of the origins of the Shudras and how they became the fourth varna. According to his theory, Shudras were once the rulers and part of the Aryan Society who were ostracized based on religion.
The negligence and oppression by the Brahmins brought social degradation to the Shudras and that is how the fourth Varna came into existence. The book is a tribute to the anti-caste reformer and social activist, Jyotirao Phule.
These five famous books by Dr. BR Ambedkar are the must-read for the advent readers.