Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was born on April 14, 1891. B R Ambedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, played a major role as a jurist, economist, politician and social reformer. Ambedkar had a great role in shaping the constitution of India.

Ambedkar fought for the growth and upliftment of lower caste and untouchables. Born into a Mahar family on April 14, 1891, in Mhow town of Madhya Pradesh, he later inspired the Dalit movement and campaigned against social discrimination. He also served as the law minister of India (1947–51). He was awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously, the country’s highest civilian award on 31 March 1990.