The impact of Buddhism on Dr Ambedkar's views on social justice from "summary" of Dr. Ambedkar's Views on Buddhism: A Path to Social Liberation. by R.ANANDA RAJU
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar's deep engagement with Buddhism played a pivotal role in shaping his views on social justice. Buddhism provided him with a philosophical framework that resonated deeply with his vision for a more equitable society. Ambedkar saw Buddhism as a path to social liberation, offering a way to challenge and transcend the oppressive caste system that had dominated Indian society for centuries. One of the key ways in which Buddhism influenced Ambedkar's views on social justice was its emphasis on equality and non-discrimination. Buddhism taught Ambedkar that all human beings were equal and that caste-based discrimination had no place in a just society. This belief in the inherent dignity and worth of every individual helped to shape his vision for a more inclusive and egalitarian social order. Moreover,...
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