Canonical Reference: BAWS Vol. 17 (Part I), p. 3 Verified Source

“Lost rights are never regained by begging or appeals of mercy, but by relentless self-respecting struggle.”

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

Delivered during the historic Mahad Chavdar Tale Water Satyagraha on 20 March 1927, establishing the principle of human dignity and self-assertion over charity.