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Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar 6 December

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                         ðŸ’™    Jay  -  Bhim   ðŸ’™                Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar 1.Birth and Family Background Full Name: Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Birthdate: April 14, 1891 Place of Birth: Mhow (now Dr. Ambedkar Nagar), Madhya Pradesh, India Father: Ramji Maloji Sakpal, a Subedar in the British Army . Mother: Bhimabai Ramji Sakpal. Siblings: Dr. Ambedkar was the 14th child of his parents. Caste and Social Background: Born into the Mahar caste, considered "untouchable" in the social hierarchy of that time. 2.Education Dr. Ambedkar overcame immense social barriers to achieve one of the highest levels of education: Elementary and High Schooling: Completed primary education in Satara, Maharashtra. Faced discrimination during school; was not allowed to sit with other students. College Education: B.A. (1897–1912):  Elphinstone College,...

Taj Mahal

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1.Basic Information Location : Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India Built : 1632–1648 AD (16 years for the main structure, additional 5 years for surroundings) Commissioned By : Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan Architect : Ustad Ahmad Lahauri is believed to be the chief architect. Significance : A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of eternal love. 2.Historical Background Purpose : The Taj Mahal was built as a mausoleum for Shah Jahan's beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died during childbirth in 1631. Inspiration : It reflects Shah Jahan's deep love for Mumtaz and the Mughal tradition of monumental architecture. 3.Architecture Style : Mughal architecture, blending Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles Materials : White marble from Makrana (Rajasthan). Precious and semi-precious stones, including jade, crystal, turquoise, and lapis lazuli, were inlaid into the marble. Red sandstone for the surrounding structures. Layout : The central structure is a square tom...