On Behalf of Dec 6 celebrated as Dr BR Ambedkar's death anniversary Mahe Cooperative College of Teacher Education, English association organised a quiz competition conducted by Athira CV, 1st year B. Ed English.
Yes, December 6 is the death anniversary of Dr. Bhimao Ramji Ambedkar (BR Ambedkar) and is celebrated as Mahaparinirvan Diwas
The day is observed to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Ambedkar, a prominent figure in the Indian Freedom struggle. He was a leader, reformer, and thinker who dedicated his life to fighting for equality and social justice. On this day, people pay homage to Dr. Ambedkar by reflecting on his teachings and commitment to building a just society. In Maharashtra, it is observed as a public holiday, and thousands of people gather at Chaityabhoomi to pay their respects. The Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF) will observe the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas at Prena Sthal, Parliament House Complex, on December 6, 2024. Prominent leaders, including the Prime Minister and Vice President, will pay floral tributes
As the chairman of the committee that drafted the Indian Constitution, Dr. Ambeakar worked tirelessly to ensure justice, equality, and dignity for all citizens. His contributions to the Constituent Assembly laid the foundation for a democratic and inclusive India.
Dr. Ambedkar also served as the first Law and Justice Minister in Jawaharlal Nehru's cabinet, where he worked on critical legal reforms. Later in life, he embraced Buddhism, rejecting the caste-based inequalities of Hinduism, and became a guiding figure for the Dalit Buddhist movement, inspiring millions to fight for social equality and dignity.
Contribution of Dr. B R Ambedkar to India's Development
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar is well known for empowering the underprivileged, speaking up for their rights, and voicing their concerns. His significant contributions to the nation's development include
BR Ambedkar's fight against untouchability is his greatest contribution to India. The seeds were planted in him when he experienced discrimination because he is a Dalit during his school years.
Ambedkar founded the Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha in Mumbai in 1924 in an effort to educate the untouchables and address their problems.
Ambedkar fought to ensure that Dalits could access the same water supply as upper castes.
He ran a campaign against Hindu Brahmins to support untouchables' access to temples.
On September 25, 1932, Ambedkar signed the Poona Pact to grant reserved seats in the legislature to the oppressed classes. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes were the names given to them.
He detested the Hindu caste system and wrote harshly against it in his book,
Annihilation of Caste.
Ambedkar practised law. He assisted in drafting India's Constitution and went on to become the country's first Minister of Law and Justice.
On October 14, 1956, Ambedkar adopted Buddhism, converting about 5 lakh of his supporters. On December 6 of that year, he passed away.
