The Untouchables, Author : Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

The Untouchables serves as a sequel to Ambedkar’s earlier Who Were the Shudras? (1946). In this concise, academically-focused work, Ambedkar investigates the origins of untouchability in Hindu society, challenging deeply ingrained notions of caste hierarchy. He seeks not only to trace its historical emergence but also to dismantle and critique the ideological foundations of caste oppression. This is not merely a scholarly treatise—it’s a courageous intellectual pursuit aimed at exposing and dismantling a centuries-old system of oppression. Ideal for anyone seeking to understand caste dynamics, Dr. Ambedkar’s methodical and empathetic approach elevates it beyond historical inquiry to a call for transformation.