“Lost rights are never regained by appeals to conscience, but by relentless struggle.”

— B. R. Ambedkar

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“Lost rights are never regained by appeals to conscience, but by relentless struggle.”

(April 14 , 1891 -- December 6 , 1956)
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B. R. Ambedkar teaches that regaining lost rights requires active effort and persistent struggle rather than simply waiting for others to feel guilty. This serves as a powerful motivation for any group or individual facing injustice to organize and advocate for their own empowerment and success. History shows that freedom must be claimed with determination.
B. R. Ambedkar
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B. R. Ambedkar

B. R. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, economist, politician, social reformer. Their words on leadership, courage and responsibility are still quoted by those looking for strength and direction.

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This quote is attributed to B. R. Ambedkar. B. R. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, economist, politician, social reformer. Their words on leadership, courage and responsibility are still quoted by those looking for…

B. R. Ambedkar teaches that regaining lost rights requires active effort and persistent struggle rather than simply waiting for others to feel guilty. This serves as a powerful motivation for any group or individual facing injustice to organize and advocate for their own empowerment and success. History shows that freedom must be claimed with determination.

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