Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar (1891--1956) rose from a community of "untouchables," to become a major figure in modern Indian history. Christophe Jaffrelot's biography reconsiders Dr. Ambedkar's life and thought and his unique combination of pragmatism and idealism. Establishing himself as a scholar, activist, journalist, and educator, Ambedkar ultimately found himself immersed in Indian politics and helped to draft the nation's constitution as law minister in Nehru's first cabinet. Ambedkar's ideas remain an inspiration to India's Dalit community.
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Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar (1891--1956) rose from a community of "untouchables," to become a major figure in modern Indian history. Christophe Jaffrelot's biography reconsiders Dr. Ambedkar's life and thought and his unique combination of pragmatism and idealism. Establishing himself as a scholar, activist, journalist, and educator, Ambedkar ultimately found himself immersed in Indian politics and helped to draft the nation's constitution as law minister in Nehru's first cabinet. Ambedkar's ideas remain an inspiration to India's Dalit community.
Imprint | Columbia University Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | The CERI Series in Comparative Politics and International Studies |
Release date | April 2005 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | April 2005 |
Authors | Christophe Jaffrelot |
Dimensions | 226 x 173 x 18mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 224 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-231-13602-0 |
Barcode | 9780231136020 |
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LSN | 0-231-13602-1 |