Ram Rajya: Ambedkar vision of Modern India

Abstract

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a radical jurist and social reformer in India, had a unique take on the term Ramrajya. Ambedkar's non-mythological interpretation of Ramrajya included lofty principles. Ambedkar's main focus was on achieving fairness in society. He dreamed of a world free of caste prejudice, where everyone, even the historically oppressed Dalits, would be treated with respect and given equal opportunity. The Constitution and the rule of law would be supreme under his Ramrajya. Constitutional principles would direct government conduct to protect individual rights and liberties and prohibit abuses of authority. Ambedkar believed that education was crucial to his cause. He advocated for liberation of oppressed groups and equal opportunity for everybody to get a high-quality education. There was also a push for economic parity. His Ramrajya focused on reducing economic inequality, fostering shared prosperity, and eliminating poverty. Ambedkar's outlook was heavily based on secular principles. His Ramrajya called for secular rule that would protect the rights of citizens of different faiths without allowing any of them to meddle with government.