The Adventures of Young Ambedkar

But don''t tell him you are Mahars. Try saying you are Muslims instead.'' Bhim decided to follow his advice. He was confident he could speak like a Muslim. He was learning Urdu at school because Mahars were not allowed to learn Sanskrit, the language of the holy Hindu books. Sadly, the toll booth manager told him rudely, ''Do you think we keep water for you Muslims here? Go to the village on top of the hill if you want water.'' What was Bhim Ambedkar like as a young boy? This wonderful book reimagines his childhood. See more