The most iconic image of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar depicts him holding a copy of the Constitution. Anand Teltumbde, a leading authority on Ambedkar and the Dalit movement, raises several such discomfiting questions in Iconoclast, a “reflective biography”. Filtering a story Teltumbde states upfront that he isn’t interested in “the pretence of presenting any new facts.” Rather, his objective as a …
An acclaimed social activist and researcher Anand Teltumbde has penned a comprehensive biography of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. The book delves into the complexities of Ambedkar's life, highlighting his shifting stances on various issues, including partition, women's rights, and the Constitution. Teltumbde meticulously examines Ambedkar's personal and political journey, revealing the contradictions and inconsistencies that have shaped his legacy. The book …
