Dear friends,
Let me begin by stating that the Constitution of India is the supreme law of India. It lays down the framework defining fundamental political principles, establishes the structure, procedures, powers and duties of the government. All over the world, it is acknowledged that the Constitution of India is one of the best crafted political and administrative treatises. That is why we should remember Dr. B.R. Ambedkar who is the architect of the Constitution of India, with deep veneration.
Ambedkar, who was born on 14 April 1891, was not born with a silver spoon in his mouth. He sought the help of Baroda’s Maharaja to go to the U.S.A. and study in Columbia University. He got his M.Sc., D.Sc. from London School of Economics. He was a voracious reader and turned out to be a great journalist and reformer. More importantly, he fought for the uplift of Dalits. His dream was for a society that was free of class and caste distinctions. Before he passed away in 1956, he had realised his dream of a nation that was independent and self – sufficient. He is the most deserving recipient of the highest civilian award of India – Bharath Ratna.