Ambedkar की जगह भगवान का नाम क्यों लें? | Amit Shah on Ambedkar

In this video, we delve into the complex relationship between Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of India's Constitution, and the RSS/BJP's political discourse. Dr. Ambedkar's lifelong fight against caste-based discrimination and his vision for a society based on equality is at the core of India’s Constitution. However, the RSS, which initially criticized the Constitution, had supported the Manusmriti, a text that institutionalized caste discrimination and promoted patriarchal values. This contrast between Dr. Ambedkar’s progressive, inclusive ideology and the RSS's conservative, hierarchical views forms the backbone of the debate. The video discusses the RSS's initial rejection of the Indian Constitution in 1949, where it praised the Manusmriti, a text that perpetuated caste-based oppression, and explored its controversial endorsement by RSS leaders. It also examines how the BJP, particularly through figures like Amit Shah, tries to align itself with Ambedkar's legacy, despite historical contradictions in their political stance. Ambedkar’s landmark speech "The Annihilation of Caste" in 1936, which criticized Hinduism’s caste system and the influence of Brahminical thought, further highlights the ideological divide. The video explores the politics of memory and identity surrounding Ambedkar and how the current political narrative often appropriates his image while contradicting his vision of equality. A viral video of Amit Shah discussing Ambedkar’s name as akin to a divine figure has sparked a discussion about the authenticity of such political gestures. Is the BJP’s praise of Ambedkar genuine, or is it a tactical move to garner Dalit votes while undermining his core principles? Watch the full discussion to understand the intricate layers of Ambedkar’s legacy and its intersection with contemporary politics.