Categories: National

GoI declares 14th April, birthday of Dr B R Ambedkar as public holiday

The central government has declared April 14, Dr BR Ambedkar’s birthday a public holiday. Dr B R Ambedkar was the sculptor of the Indian Constitution and the country already celebrates his birthday as Ambedkar Jayanti every year. The government has announced that from this year 14th April will be declared as a public holiday.  It will be Ambedkar’s 130th birth anniversary on April 14, 2021.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

About Babasaheb Ambedkar:

  • Babasaheb Ambedkar’s original name is Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar.
  • His father Ramji Sakpal was a Subedar in the army and his mother Bhimbai Kapal was a housewife.
  • The family settled in Mumbai in 1897 and Babasaheb enrolled at Elphinstone High School. After matriculation, he took admission to Elphinstone College in 1907.
  • He graduated from Bombay University in 1912 with a degree in Economics and Political Science. Babasaheb Ambedkar was a renowned social reformer and a Dalit icon, he spoke unequivocally against the inequality, injustice, and discrimination faced by the members of the Dalit community.
  • Babasaheb Ambedkar died on December 6 in 1956. In 1990, he was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award.

Find More National News Here

Adda247 Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Which River is known as the Lifeline of Egypt?

Did you know a single river made an entire civilization possible in Egypt? Long before…

11 mins ago

Magnus Carlsen Crowned 2026 FIDE Freestyle World Champion

World number one Magnus Carlsen has been crowned the 2026 FIDE Freestyle Chess World Champion,…

14 mins ago

The ‘Grandfather of the Internet’ Is Gone – How David J. Farber Helped Build the Digital World

David J. Farber, widely known as the “Grandfather of the Internet,” passed away on February…

44 mins ago

Meet The One of the Largest Raptors on Earth: The Philippine Eagle

The so-called ‘monkey-eating bird’ is actually the majestic Philippine eagle, one of the largest and…

1 hour ago

Which Country is known as the Tea Garden of the World?

Did you know there is a country where endless green fields look like a soft…

1 hour ago

Why Is India Building an Underground Railway in the Chicken’s Neck? Big Strategic Move Explained

India has announced a major underground railway project in the Siliguri Corridor, also known as…

1 hour ago