Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Writings and Speeches Vol. 7

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Book I: Who were the Shudras?

In this section, Dr. Ambedkar challenges the traditional understanding of the Chaturvarnya system, which categorizes society into four classes: Brahmins (priests), Kshatriyas (warriors), Vaishyas (traders), and Shudras (laborers or menials). He argues that this classification is not only hierarchical but also enforces a system of graded inequality that severely restricts the social mobility of Shudras.

Book II: The Untouchables – Who were they and why they became Untouchables?

In this sequel, Dr. Ambedkar explores the concept of Untouchability as distinct from mere social stratification based on occupation or race. He argues that Untouchability arose not from occupational roles but from deep-seated notions of pollution and defilement associated with certain groups within society.