Section Article

Social Justice and the Thought of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Author(s): Harmanpreet Kaur

Abstract
Social justice occupies a central position in the political and social philosophy of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar one of the most influential thinkers of modern India. His intellectual engagement with issues of caste inequality discrimination and human dignity shaped a comprehensive framework for social transformation grounded in constitutionalism democracy and rational ethics. Ambedkar viewed social justice not merely as an abstract moral principle but as a concrete social condition requiring institutional reform legal safeguards and moral awakening. This paper critically examines Ambedkar’s conception of social justice by analyzing its philosophical foundations socio-historical context and practical implications. The study explores how Ambedkar’s critique of the caste system his emphasis on liberty equality and fraternity and his advocacy for constitutional morality collectively formed a radical vision of an egalitarian society. The paper further evaluates the relevance of Ambedkar’s ideas in contemporary India especially in the context of persistent social inequalities debates on affirmative action and challenges to democratic values. By situating Ambedkar’s thought within both Indian and global traditions of social justice the paper highlights his enduring contribution to social science and political philosophy.