Reviving the Dhamma: Ambedkar’s Impact on Empowering the Marginalized through Buddhism
14 April marks the anniversary of Dr. Ambedkar’s birth. BDG columnist Dipen Barua reflects on his lasting legacy in the Buddhist world
14 April marks the anniversary of Dr. Ambedkar’s birth. BDG columnist Dipen Barua reflects on his lasting legacy in the Buddhist world
The Buddhist non-profit Foundation of His Sacred Majesty (FHSM) has completed the renovation and resupply of a rural school in the Indian state of Haryana.
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New statue of the political and religious reformer will help continue his legacy of the personal and social liberation of all people