Voice of the Voiceless-Dr B.R.Ambedkar

This poem is on Dr.B.R.Ambedkar a symbol of revolt ,champion of the oppressed and depressed classes,a crusader who fought untouchability, an economist,jurist and chief architect of Indian constitution

Voice of the Voiceless-Dr B.R.Ambedkar

                      A Poem by Abdul Wahab Khanapur

When your brethren were in deep slumbers you woke up

When they were voiceless, you raised your voice.

You knew and suffered all the pains since young age

Nobody to heal the wounds neither a man nor a sage.

 

You suffered silently the humiliations in school

The gunny bag was your seat of learning and the books were the only tool.

Never were you allowed to drink water from the taps or mug

The peon parched the upturned mouths for your own smug.

 

With a help of your patron you earned degrees in abroad

Nobody has treaded the herculean path which you did with applaud.

Your stay in the western world taught you no man is an untouchable

While your own people failed to accept this and for them it was unimaginable.

 

The burning of scripture was the sign of revolt

For many it was bolt from the blue and for others a big jolt.

You dreamt of a casteless society where everyone can live equally

Alas! That dream shattered, it remained a dream mournfully.

 

You turned to Buddhist philosophy which gave some solace

Your actions angered the critiques but for some the decision was flawless.

You became the voice of Buddha and got the mental and moral relief

You left the world, the people and all your admirers in grief.

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

A fine tribute to an inspirational man who fought tirelessly against the caste system. Who knew the importance of every life being of equal merit, who travelled widely and who changed to Buddhust philosophy to further pursue his aims. Some lovely poetic expression contained in these lines. His death being mourned by many who admired him and all he stood for. May he RIP.

Chris

[ABDUL WAHAB]

Thank you Chris for your lovely review. Indeed Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's life continue to inspire all of us.