The struggle for Indian independence is taught in schools - the history of independence movement and the sacrifice of the leaders is well-known to the students.
Similarly, the struggle for social freedom in India has a long history. This struggle against the social structure of caste needs to be reiterated in the history books. The ignorance and preconceived notion around reservation needs to be cleared. The thought of taking pride in one's caste needs to be deemed unjust and how this pride impacts the mental health of fellow human beings from lower castes needs to be pointed out. The tense situation that engulfs a society whenever there is a caste feud has its roots in ignorance and the unnecessary pride.
Dr. Ambedkar - the undeniable force that broke the caste shackles of the society to attain social freedom needs a special place in the school history books. His exhaustive research work on annihilation of caste is what the future society needs.
Let us follow his footsteps and work together for the ideal casteless society built on Equality, Fraternity and Liberty.
Remembering Dr. Ambedkar on his birth anniversary!
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