Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, is not only seen as a social reformer or politician but also as a role model for education. Dr. Ambedkar’s scholarship and his academic qualifications have become an inspiration to the youth.
Born on April 14, 1891, in Moho, Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Ambedkar’s childhood was full of struggles. Despite social scorn and financial constraints, he made education his life’s goal. His first marriage was at the age of 14 to Rambai, who helped him in every difficulty and always inspired him to study.
Record of 32 degrees
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar earned a total of 32 degrees throughout his lifetime . These degrees include:
- Bachelor’s Degrees:
- B.A. in Economics and Political Science from Bombay University
- B.A. from University of Bombay
- Master’s Degrees:
- M.A. in Economics with Sociology, History, Philosophy, Anthropology, and Politics from Columbia University
- M.A. from University of Bombay
- M.A. from Columbia University
- London School of Economics
- Doctoral Degrees:
- Ph.D. in Economics from Columbia University
- Economics from University of London
- University of Bombay
- London School of Economics
- Honorary Degrees:
- LLD (Honoris Causa) from Columbia University
- LLD (Honoris Causa) from University of Kerala
- LLD (Honoris Causa) from University of Nagpur
- D.Litt. (Honoris Causa) from Osmania University
- D.Litt. (Honoris Causa) from Banaras Hindu University
- Other Qualifications:
- Barrister-at-Law from Gray’s Inn, London
The right to education that we all enjoy in contemporary India is largely the result of Dr. Ambedkar’s academic career, campaigning, and work in education policy. We can only repay Babasaheb’s debt of gratitude by striving for an educational system that is both accessible and constructive, in line with his social justice principles.
