The Contributions of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to Women Empowerment in India
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Dr. B.R Ambedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar was one of the prime architects of Indian constitution. He worked all his life for the upliftment of the Dalits and bring social justice in the society. Even though he was criticized hard and was called a challenge to Hinduism, his work for eradication of social evils like caste system was remarkable. This paper throws light on his contribution towards women's emancipation, gender equality, electoral rights and compulsory education for all segments of the society, creating awareness about various unjust practices like child marriages and Devdasi system. It basically intends to discuss his contribution towards the upliftment and empowerment of downtrodden women in the Indian society.
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