Who Were the Shudras? is a history book by Indian social reformer and polymath B. R. Ambedkar. The book discusses the origin of the Shudra Varna. In the book Ambedkar, citing Rigveda, Mahabharata and other ancient vedic scriptures, estimates that the Shudras were originally Aryans. Ambedkar writes in the preface of the book, ""Two questions are raised in this book: (1) Who were the Shudras? and (2) How they came to be the fourth Varna of the Indo-Aryan society? My answers to them are summarised below. The Shudras were one of the Aryan communities of the solar race"" There was a time when the Aryan society recognised only three Varnas, namely. Brahmins, Kshatriyas and Vaishyas. The Shudras did not form a separate Varna. They ranked as part of the Kshatriya Varna in the Indo-Aryan society. There was a continuous feud between the Shudra kings and the Brahmins in which the Brahmins were subjected to many tyrannies and indignities. As a result of the negligence towards the Shudras generated by their tyrannies and oppressions, the Brahmins refused to perform the Upanayana of the Shudras. Owing to the denial of Upanayana, the Shudras who were Kshatriyas became socially degraded, fell below the rank of the Vaishyas and thus came to form the fourth Varna."" Ambedkar also discusses Aryan race theory and rejects Indo-Aryan migration theory in the book.

Join B. R. Ambedkar on a quest to uncover the historical origins of the Shudras and their place in Indo-Aryan society. Who Were The Shudras? How They Came to be The Fourth Varna in The Indo-Aryan Society by B. R. Ambedkar: Enter the world of ancient Indian culture and history with Who Were The Shudras? How They Came to be The Fourth Varna in The Indo-Aryan Society by B. R. Ambedkar. This scholarly work explores the origins and development of the Shudra caste in Hindu society and their struggle for social and political rights. Ambedkar's scholarly analysis and historical insights make this book a cornerstone of South Asian studies. Why This Book? Who Were The Shudras? offers a deep and insightful examination of the caste system in India and its impact on the lives of millions. B. R. Ambedkar's meticulous research and courageous activism make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the social and political issues facing modern India. B. R. Ambedkar, an Indian jurist, politician, and social reformer, is celebrated for his contributions to Indian society and his advocacy for the rights of the oppressed. Who Were The Shudras? is a testament to his legacy and his tireless efforts to create a more just and equitable society.

The Title 'Who were the Shudras?: How they came to be the Fourth Varna in the Indi-Aryan Society written by Dr B R Ambedkar' was published in the year 2017. The ISBN number 9789351282716 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 279 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Kalpaz Publications. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is, ABOUT THE BOOK: - This book is the first reprint edition of great reformist, farsighted and the father of Indian C