Ambedkar Jayanti 2023: Famous and Inspiring Quotes by Dr BR Ambedkar

Ambedkar Jayanti is a significant day for Indians, especially for those who believe in the ideals of equality and justice. The day marks the birth anniversary of Dr BR Ambedkar, who is known as the architect of the Indian Constitution and a champion of social justice. His contribution to Indian society and politics is immeasurable, and his legacy continues to inspire millions of people around the world.

Dr Ambedkar was a champion of social justice and believed that the state had a crucial role to play in ensuring that all citizens enjoyed their fundamental rights. This quote emphasizes his view that the state must work towards creating a just and equitable society for all.

On his birth anniversary, here are 10 quotes by Babasaheb that have been inspiring people for years:

"I like the religion that teaches liberty, equality and fraternity"

"Unlike a drop of water which loses its identity when it joins the ocean, man does not lose his being in the society in which he lives. Man's life is independent. He is born not for the development of the society alone, but for the development of his self."

"If I find the constitution being misused, I shall be the first to burn it."

"We must stand on our own feet and fight as best as we can for our rights. So carry on your agitation and organise your forces. Power and prestige will come to you through struggle."

"The history of India is nothing but a history of a mortal conflict between Buddhism and Brahminism."

"So long as you do not achieve social liberty, whatever freedom is provided by the law is of no avail to you."

"Men are mortal. So are ideas. An idea needs propagation as much as a plant needs watering. Otherwise both will wither and die."

"Political tyranny is nothing compared to the social tyranny and a reformer who defies society is a more courageous man than a politician who defies Government."

"Law and order are the medicine of the body politic and when the body politic gets sick, medicine must be administered."

"I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved."