Ambedkar Jayanti

April 14 - TUESDAY

in 17 days

Observance: Observance Holiday (India)

"Celebrates the birth of Dr. Ambedkar, the visionary leader who fought for equality and drafted India's Constitution."

Honors Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, architect of India's Constitution and champion of social justice.

Traditions:

Garlanding statues and portraits of Dr. Ambedkar at public places
Organizing seminars and discussions on social equality and constitutional rights
Distributing books on Dr. Ambedkar's life and teachings to students

Dr. Ambedkar held doctorates from Columbia University and the London School of Economics, making him one of India's most educated leaders.

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