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This research examines the humanistic activism of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Nelson Mandela.

May 7, 2026Open Access

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Nelson Mandela's Humanistic Activism: A Comparative Study

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This research examines the humanistic activism of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Nelson Mandela.
Comparative analysis of social justice strategies of Ambedkar and Mandela
Exploration of Ambedkar's focus on law and education
Examination of Mandela's emphasis on forgiveness and unity
Both leaders aimed for dignity and justice in their societies
Ambedkar fought against caste while Mandela opposed apartheid
Their activism presents complementary models of structural transformation and moral reconciliation

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This research article explores the humanistic activism of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Nelson Mandela, two leaders who fought systemic oppression in India and South Africa. Dr. Ambedkar’s activism centered on annihilating caste and assertion for equality in constitutional democracy, while Nelson Mandela’s struggle dismantled the apartheid system and emphasized reconciliation through Ubuntu. Though their strategies differed-Ambedkar relied on law and education, Nelson Mandela on forgiveness and unity-both leaders envisioned societies rooted in dignity and justice. Their comparative legacies highlight complementary models of social justice: structural transformation and moral reconciliation.

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Aezaz Ahamed (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fbefd5164b5133a91a3f51 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19633428

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