ROLE OF DR. B.R. AMBEDKAR IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND INCLUSIVE GROWTH IN INDIA

“If you ask me, my ideal would be the society based on liberty, equality and fraternity. An ideal society should be mobile and full of channels of conveying a change taking place in one part to other parts.”

                                                                                                                                        -     Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, was a pioneering social reformer whose ideas and policies have significantly contributed to the principles of sustainable development and inclusive growth in India. His advocacy for social justice, economic empowerment, and institutional reforms laid the foundation for a more equitable and sustainable society. This paper explores Dr. Ambedkar’s contributions towards sustainable development and inclusive growth, analyzing his economic, social, and political interventions that continue to shape India’s development trajectory. The paper is based on the secondary data collected from various books, jourals, Newspapers, Dr. Amdekars speeches, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. The study concluded Dr. Ambedkar’s vision continues to inspire contemporary policies in India’s pursuit of sustainable development and inclusive growth. His emphasis on social justice, economic planning, and environmental conservation aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Dr. Ambedkar's life and work serve as a powerful inspiration for finding possibilities amidst challenges and promoting nation-building through inclusive growth and social reform.