Dr. B. R. Ambedkar: The Architect of Modern India Introduction Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, fondly remembered as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was not just a scholar or a politician—he was a revolution in motion. Born on April 14, 1891, into a Dalit family that faced systemic discrimination, Ambedkar rose against all odds to become the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, a tireless social reformer, and a fierce advocate for justice and equality. Early Life and Education Ambedkar’s early life was marked by severe caste-based discrimination. Despite this, he pursued education with an unmatched passion. He earned multiple doctorates from prestigious institutions like Columbia University and the London School of Economics—an extraordinary achievement at a time when Dalits were denied even basic rights. Champion of Social Justice Ambedkar believed that political freedom meant little without social and economic equality. He fought tirele...