{"id":25090,"date":"2024-02-03T05:16:58","date_gmt":"2024-02-03T05:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=25090"},"modified":"2024-02-03T05:17:01","modified_gmt":"2024-02-03T05:17:01","slug":"mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words\/","title":{"rendered":"Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B R Ambedkar, despite having divergent approaches and strategies, had a common goal of amelioration of the downtrodden. Elucidate. (12.5 marks, 200 words)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/refer-and-earn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/refer-and-earn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Refer &amp; Earn NOW<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, two towering figures in the history of modern India, although possessing divergent approaches and strategies, were united by a shared commitment to the amelioration of the downtrodden. Gandhi, hailed as the &#8216;Father of the Nation,&#8217; advocated for nonviolent civil disobedience as a means to achieve social and political change. His philosophy of Ahimsa, or nonviolence, was deeply rooted in spiritual and ethical principles, emphasizing the power of love and compassion. In contrast, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution and a champion of social justice, took a more pragmatic and legalistic approach. Ambedkar recognized the importance of political rights and legal safeguards to empower the marginalized sections of society, especially the Dalits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite these differences, both leaders shared a common goal \u2013 the upliftment and empowerment of the downtrodden. Gandhi&#8217;s emphasis on rural development, economic self-sufficiency, and the eradication of untouchability aimed at addressing social inequalities. On the other hand, Ambedkar&#8217;s focus on constitutional rights, reservations, and legal reforms sought to ensure political and social equality. Together, their distinct strategies complemented each other in the broader quest for social justice. The amalgamation of Gandhi&#8217;s moral force and Ambedkar&#8217;s legal acumen played a pivotal role in shaping India&#8217;s socio-political landscape, fostering a legacy that continues to inspire movements for equality and justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: The Freedom Struggle.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d2f4bf85b6e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Decoding_the_Question\" title=\"Decoding the Question:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Decoding the Question:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Answer\" title=\"Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Dissimilarities_in_approaches\" title=\"Dissimilarities in approaches:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Dissimilarities in approaches:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Similarities_in_approaches\" title=\"Similarities in approaches:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Similarities in approaches:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/mahatma-gandhi-and-dr-b-r-ambedkar-despite-having-divergent-approaches-and-strategies-had-a-common-goal-of-amelioration-of-the-downtrodden-elucidate-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_the_Question\"><\/span><strong>Decoding the Question:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>In the Introduction, try to give a brief idea about Gandhi and Ambedkar\u2019s divergent approaches.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>In Body, discuss dissimilarities in approaches and similarities in ambition.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Conclude your answer by balancing both dissimilarities and similarities.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Answer\"><\/span><strong>Answer:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gandhiji and Ambedkar are among the major makers of modern India. Despite having dissimilarities, the common ground between the two great personalities has been their goal of upliftment of the downtrodden.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-cse-gs-integrated-course?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Integrated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42401 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dissimilarities_in_approaches\"><\/span><strong>Dissimilarities in approaches:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gandhi had a deep faith in the Varna system, though it further stretched into the caste system. He believed that a person being born into a particular caste had a divine dispensation. But Ambedkar was wholly against the system. He wanted to abolish casteism to improve the status of the depressed people.\u00a0<\/li><li>Gandhi urged the middle and upper classes to support and work for the upliftment of the depressed section. He spread this message through his weekly publication \u201c<strong>Harijan\u201d<\/strong>.Whereas, Ambedkar did not believe in the help and support of the upper classes. He encouraged his men to educate themselves and fight for their rights.\u00a0<\/li><li>Ambedkar demanded a separate electorate from the British Empire to protect the interests of the downtrodden in the round table conference. Gandhi was against this as he thought the mechanism would further intensify the division in society. So, he proposed for more reserved seats in the legislature to protect the rights of these people. As a result, the Poona Pact was signed in 1932.\u00a0<\/li><li>Gandhi was in favor of decentralization to empower the villages. Ambedkar strongly opposed it as he was afraid of village headmen assuming more power, which would further exploit the underprivileged section.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Similarities_in_approaches\"><\/span><strong>Similarities in approaches:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Both Gandhiji and Ambedkar worked for the upliftment of oppressed classes throughout their lives.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>They maintained the momentum in their struggles for justice and equality until the very end of their lives.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, while both the leaders wanted to change the condition of the downtrodden, their approach was different, while Gandhi had an evolutionary approach, Ambedkar had a revolutionary approach. Their contribution to social justice is unparalleled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 781\/182;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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