B.R. Ambedkar, born on April 14, 1891, was an Indian social reformer, jurist, and politician. He is best known for his role in drafting the Constitution of India and advocating for the rights of the Dalits, who were historically marginalized in Indian society. Ambedkar's education included degrees from Columbia University and the London School of Economics, where he studied law and political science. Ambedkar founded the Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha in 1924 to promote education and social rights for the oppressed. He converted to Buddhism in 1956, encouraging others to follow suit as a means of escaping the caste system. His legacy continues to inspire movements for social justice in