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Ambedkar’s Critique of Partition: Lessons for Social Harmony and Inclusive Nation-Building

Author(s) Dr. Priyank Kumar Shivam, Dipankar Biswas
Country India
Abstract B.R. Ambedkar’s critique of the Partition of India was shaped by his commitment to social justice, his pragmatic understanding of communal politics, and his concerns for the marginalized, particularly Dalits. Unlike mainstream nationalist leaders, Ambedkar viewed Partition as a consequence of deep-rooted historical and socio-political divisions rather than a mere political failure. While he acknowledged that Partition could provide a solution to Hindu-Muslim conflicts, he remained critical of both the Congress and the Muslim League for neglecting the interests of oppressed castes. Ambedkar warned that even after Partition, India’s unity and democracy would be threatened if social inequalities, caste discrimination, and religious majoritarianism were not addressed. He advocated for constitutional safeguards, minority rights, and structural reforms to ensure an inclusive national identity.
This paper examines Ambedkar’s nuanced critique of Partition and its implications for contemporary India’s efforts to maintain social harmony and democratic inclusivity. It explores how his ideas on caste, religion, and national unity remain relevant in an era of rising communal tensions and socio-political fragmentation. By revisiting Ambedkar’s vision, this study highlights key lessons for fostering a truly democratic and multicultural nation that upholds both diversity and justice. The paper argues that Ambedkar’s emphasis on structural reforms, equal citizenship, and social justice provides a critical framework for addressing modern challenges related to communalism, caste oppression, and the politics of identity in India.
Keywords Ambedkar, Partition, social justice, caste, communalism, democracy, nation-building, inclusive governance, minority rights, majoritarianism.
Field Sociology > Education
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On 2025-03-18
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.39306
Short DOI https://doi.org/g89vvq
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