Canonical Reference: BAWS Vol. XI, p. 979 Verified Source

“Bhakti in religion may be a road to the salvation of the soul. But in politics, Bhakti or hero-worship is a sure road to degradation and to eventual dictatorship.”

— Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Architect of Modern India, Jurist & Social Thinker
Historical Setting & Context:

Historic warning delivered on 25 November 1949 during the adoption of the Constitution of India, citing John Stuart Mill and analyzing the perils of political personality cults.