Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Ambedkar Cited Sant Ravidas for Equality and Fraternity
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal spoke about how B R Ambedkar drew the principles of equality and fraternity from the teachings of Sant Ravidas.
This was mentioned during the launch of the 'Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan' to celebrate the 650th birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas.
The event was attended by several high-profile politicians, including Yogi Adityanath.
Some people think the BJP is doing this to get support from the Dalit community before the next elections in Uttar Pradesh.
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal highlighted that B R Ambedkar drew the principles of equality and fraternity from Sant Ravidas' teachings.
The 'Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan' was launched to celebrate the 650th birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas.
The event was attended by prominent politicians, including Yogi Adityanath and other BJP leaders.
Sant Ravidas' teachings emphasize equality, social justice, and love, aiming to eradicate discrimination.
The event is seen as the BJP's outreach to the Dalit community ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
- Who
- Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, B R Ambedkar, Sant Ravidas
- What
- Launch of 'Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan' and discussion on Sant Ravidas' teachings
- When
- July 29
- Where
- Varanasi
- Why
- To honor Sant Ravidas and promote his teachings of equality and fraternity
BJP's Dalit Outreach
Critics' Skepticism
BJP's Intentions
BJP's Dalit Outreach
The BJP is genuinely reaching out to the Dalit community through the 'Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan' to honor Sant Ravidas and promote social equality.
Critics' Skepticism
Critics view the event as a political maneuver ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, questioning the BJP's sincerity in addressing Dalit issues.
- Event
- Launch of 'Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan'
- Occasion
- 650th birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas
- Key Speaker
- Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal
- Location
- Varanasi
- Significance
- Highlighting Sant Ravidas' teachings on equality and fraternity