B. R. Ambedkar

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B. R. Ambedkar

NameBhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
Nick NameBabasaheb, Bheem
DOB14 April 1891
(Age 65 Yr. )
Died06 December 1956

Personal Life

Education Economics and Political Science Degree from Bombay University • Master’s Degree in Economics from Columbia University • D.Sc. in Economics from the London University • Ph.D. in Economics in 1927
Caste Dalit Mahar
Religion Hinduism • Buddhism (in his last years)
Nationality Indian
Profession Jurist, Economist, Social Reformer, Politician
Birth Place Mhow, Central Provinces, British India (now in Madhya Pradesh, India),

Physical Appearance

Height 5 feet 4 inches(approx.)
Eye Color Black
Hair Color Black

Family Status

Parents

Father- Ramji Maloji Sakpal (Army Officer)
Mother- Bhimabai Sakpal
Marital Status Married
Spouse

First Wife: Ramabai Ambedkar (m. 1906-1935) (until her dealth)

Second Wife: Savita Ambedkar (m. 1948–1956)
Childern/Kids

Son(s)- Rajratna Ambedkar (Died), Yashwant Ambedkar (from Ramabai Ambedkar)
Daughter- Indu (Died)
Siblings

Brother(s)- Balaram, Anandrao
Sister(s)- Manjula, Tulasi, Gangabai, Ramabai

Favourite

Colour Blue
Foods Plain Rice, Arhar Dal, Masoor Dal, Chicken, Fish