Ambedkar Jayanti: Top 10 facts about Dr. BR Ambedkar

Born on April 14, 1891: In Mhow, Madhya Pradesh (then part of British India), into a Mahar (Dalit) family.

First Indian to earn a Ph.D. in Economics from abroad: He studied at Columbia University (USA) and later at the London School of Economics.

Principal architect of the Indian Constitution: As Chairman of the Drafting Committee, he is hailed as the Father of the Indian Constitution.

India’s first Law Minister: He served as Law and Justice Minister in independent India’s first cabinet under Nehru.

Social reformer & Dalit rights advocate: He fought caste discrimination, championed equality, and worked for the upliftment of the oppressed.

Master of 64 subjects & multilingual: Dr. Ambedkar excelled in diverse fields and spoke several languages, including Sanskrit, English, Pali, and Marathi.

Converted to Buddhism in 1956: He embraced Buddhism in Nagpur with lakhs of followers, sparking a major religious movement.

Posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna: India's highest civilian award, conferred in 1990 for his contribution to the nation.

Death on December 6, 1956: He passed away in Delhi, and his Mahaparinirvan Diwas is observed every year in his memory.

Inspiration for generations: His legacy continues to inspire millions in the fight for justice, equality, and human rights.