Waiting for a Visa
Book • 2017
Waiting for a Visa is an autobiographical life sketch written by B. R. Ambedkar, recounting his experiences with untouchability in India.
The book consists of six chapters, each detailing a specific incident of discrimination and humiliation faced by Ambedkar and others due to their caste.
It offers a stark portrayal of the social injustices and prejudices prevalent in Indian society during the early 20th century.
The narrative highlights the denial of basic human rights, such as access to water and education, based solely on one's caste identity.
Through vivid and poignant storytelling, Ambedkar sheds light on the dehumanizing effects of untouchability and the urgent need for social reform.
The book remains a significant historical document and a powerful testament to the struggle for equality and social justice in India.
The book consists of six chapters, each detailing a specific incident of discrimination and humiliation faced by Ambedkar and others due to their caste.
It offers a stark portrayal of the social injustices and prejudices prevalent in Indian society during the early 20th century.
The narrative highlights the denial of basic human rights, such as access to water and education, based solely on one's caste identity.
Through vivid and poignant storytelling, Ambedkar sheds light on the dehumanizing effects of untouchability and the urgent need for social reform.
The book remains a significant historical document and a powerful testament to the struggle for equality and social justice in India.
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