“We are Indians, firstly and lastly.” [BAWS Vol. VII, p. 39] — Dr. B. R. Ambedkar

Canonical Reference: BAWS Vol. VII, p. 39 Verified Source

“We are Indians, firstly and lastly.”

— Dr. B. R. Ambedkar

Architect of Modern India, Jurist & Social Thinker

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Delivered during the Constituent Assembly debates, asserting undivided commitment to national solidarity, equal constitutional citizenship, and fraternal unity.