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Mahad Satyagraha

B. R. Ambedkar and Mahad Satyagraha on an Indian 1991 stamp

Mahad Satyagraha or Chavdar Tale Satyagraha was a satyagraha led by B. R. Ambedkar on 20 March 1927 to allow untouchables to use water in a public tank in Mahad (currently in Raigad district), Maharashtra, India.[1] The day (20 March) is observed as Social Empowerment day in India.[1]

  1. ^ a b "March 20 observed as social empowerment day to commemorate Mahad Satyagrah by Dr. Ambedkar" (Press release). Press Information Bureau. 20 March 2003. Retrieved 31 March 2014.

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