Puffin Lives: B.R. Ambedkar: Saviour Of The Masses by Payal Kapadia [Paperback]

Born into a poor Mahar family in 1891, Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar faced the harsh realities of casteism from a young age. Despite these challenges, he rose to become one of India’s most influential figures, known as Babasaheb. As the first "untouchable" to receive a college education, Ambedkar went on to become an eminent jurist, astute economist, brilliant politician, committed anthropologist, celebrated historian, and distinguished philosopher.

This captivating narrative traces Ambedkar’s lifelong fight against social discrimination and his tireless work for the rights of Dalits, even as India faced British colonial rule. A founding architect of the Indian Constitution, Ambedkar also converted to Buddhism and spearheaded numerous movements aimed at improving the social and political standing of the Dalit community.

With its wealth of little-known facts and insights into his political aspirations, this book offers readers a fascinating and engaging journey through the life of independent India’s first law minister, making it a must-read for those seeking to understand the legacy of Babasaheb.