Babasaheb Ambedkar (English, Paperback, Rege S. S.)

Babasaheb Ambedkar: He Dared to Fight, published by Amar Chitra Katha, is an illustrated book for children. Depicting the life story of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, the book has been edited by Anant Pai, scripted by S. S. Rege and illustrated by Dilip Kadam.

Summary of the Book

Although Ambedkar hailed from a respectable family, he was treated as ‘untouchable’. Even his education and the law degrees did not help him fight the label initially. He took it as an opportunity to fight for the rights of the downtrodden, the suppressed community. He eventually became an icon of the underprivileged, through sheer hard work, composure and wisdom. Today, Ambedkar is remembered as the Father of the Indian Constitution, but his contributions to the oppressed communities are equally important to be remembered. This book helps children get acquainted with a great personality.

About Anant Pai

Anant Pai was the former editor of Amar Chitra Katha. He is best known for pioneering Indian comics and creating Amar Chitra Katha and the famous Tinkle magazine. Uncle Pai, as his fans call him, received much acclaim for his work, including the Yudhvir Memorial Foundation Award in Hyderabad, Maharashtra Rajya Hindi Sahitya Academy Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award at the First Indian Comic Convention, New Delhi.

About Amar Chitra Katha

Amar Chitra Katha is an Indian publishing house majorly known for its publication of graphic novels and comics about Indian mythology. It was founded by Anant Pai.