Happy Ambedkar Jayanti: Wishes, quotes, messages and status

New Delhi: The country is celebrating 130th Birth Anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Babasaheb Ambedkar was born on April 14, 1891. He was an Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer who campaigned against social discrimination towards the untouchables (Dalits) and supported the rights of women and workers.

Here are some of his powerful quotes which you can post as status or send to your friends and family.

• “They cannot make history who forget history”
• “Cultivation of mind should be the ultimate aim of existence”
• “If I find the constitution being misused, I shall be the first to burn it.”
• *We must stand on our own feet and fight as best as we can for our rights. So carry on your agitation and organise your forces. Power and prestige will come to you through struggle”.
• “I like the religion that teaches liberty, equality and fraternity”
• “Though I was born a Hindu, I solemnly assure you that I will not die as a Hindu.”
• “If you believe in living a respectable life, you believe in self-help which is the best help”.
• “Life should be great rather than long”

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar died on 6th December, 1956 at his residence in New Delhi.