Vijaya (dashami), Asuras and Rakshasas – And the Public Spectacle of Victory
Author – Ananda Maitreya
There have been several write-ups and books about the symbolism of characters and categories such as the asuras, rakshasas, danavas etc as they are depicted in Hindu liter…
For Those Who Joined and left Kanshi Ram in Hurry
This has reference to the letter of Shri S.M.Mir (DV April 16-30,98). Mr. Mir calls himself a ‘staunch supporter of Dalit-Muslim Unity’ and had joined BSP but ‘left it soon as Kanshiram joined hand…
Rise of Dalit Feminism
The issues and problems faced by Dalit women are as wide as the nation itself. Dalit women’s position in the Indian society is neglected, pathetic and sorrowful because of various forms of discrimi…
The Land of Buddh, The Land of Yuddh
Author – Ananda Maitreya
In a remark made by Narendra Modi at the UNGA recently, he observed, not for the first time as a broad theme, that India was a land of peace and not a land of war, with …
What Constitute A Society? – According To Dr Ambedkar
Men do not become a society by living in physical proximity any more than a man ceases to be a member of his society by living so many miles away from other men.
Secondly similarity in habits an…
Whose Festivals are these, in fact?
This month of October, the Hindus shall be celebrating two of their most popular festivals. They name them Dashaharā and Diwali. Most of the Indians, whatsoever their faith may be, like Diwali the …
“Indian Opinion On The Reforms: The Depressed Classes” – What Dr Ambedkar wrote for The Manchester Guardian in 1935
The following article appeared in The Manchester Guardian (1901-1959) on Jan 22, 1935, page 5 and is written by Dr B R Ambedkar. – editor
Are these reforms welcome to Indians? If I were o…
India Is Really Moving Towards Past
India from its geological existence has witnessed war and truce to and fro on the name of religion and caste. Today’s Indian state is based upon laws and regulations, rights and duties established …
Dr. Ambedkar On Hero-Worship and Leaders
The following excerpt is from Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Writings and Speeches, namely from the book ‘Rande, Gandhi, and Jinnah’. – editor
In celebrating the birthday of Ranade we must not overlook…
The Fake Binary of “Hinduism is Real, Hindutva is Fake”
At the recent “Howdy, Modi” event in Houston in the United States, among several banners and signs on display, were some with prominent messaging that sought to make a distinction between Hinduism …
Nothing Can Help Hindus Except Purging Of Hindu Faith – Dr Ambedkar
The following text is from Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Writings and Speeches, Vol. 17 (1). – editor
“Mahatma Gandhi started newspaper named ‘Harijan’ on February 11, 1933, to propogate the cause of …
Buddhist Relief Fund: What we can do to help the victims of caste based violence after 13 years of Khairlanji massacre?
Thirteen years ago, on this day of 29 September 2006 as the Buddhism revival movement celebrated 50 years, Sulakha Bhotmange, her teenaged talented daughter Priyanka, her two sons Roshan and Sudhee…
Why Do Brahmins Hate Buddha?
Brahmin Bhide started spewing venom on the Buddha after Shudra OBC PM Modi invoked the Buddha in UN.
It is said that India’s greatest export to the world is the Buddha. The biased history has it…
Pay More Attention To Economic, Educational And Social Improvement Rather Than Temple Entry – Dr Ambedkar
The following text is from Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Writings and Speeches, Vol. 17 (1). – editor
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar came to Poona yesterday and spent some time in the Legislative Council but did …
Why I Should Be Proud Of That Religion… – Dr Ambedkar
The following text is from Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Writings and Speeches, Vol. 17 (1). – editor
“At the Ballard Pier, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar received a telegram from Gandhi asking him to see the lat…