EP-269 | Babasaheb's Legacy War, Dalit Votes, Hinduphobia in Canada & USA | GP Paswan, Kushal Mehra

01/03/2025 1h 46min Episodio 269

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, we take a deep dive into Babasaheb Ambedkar’s legacy and how it continues to shape Indian politics. Joining the conversation are Dr. Guru Prakash Paswan, National Spokesperson of the BJP with a deep understanding of Dalit issues, and Kushal Mehra, a podcaster and author known for his sharp takes on politics and society.They discuss the role of Dalit votes in elections, how Ambedkar’s vision is understood today, and the political battles fought in his name. The conversation also touches on the rise of Hinduphobia in Canada and the USA—why it’s happening, who is driving the narrative, and what it means for Indian communities abroad.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:17 - Ambedkar's Legacy 12:52 – Neo-Feudalism in India16:15 - Caste Discrimination in the USA26:04 – Migration Patterns from India to the West34:27 - Merit vs Quota45:05 - ‘Hinduphobia’ in the USA52:40 – Caste Census in India58:04 – Dalit Icons statues1:06:42 - Dalits & Babasaheb1:18:53 – Indian Community in Canada & the USA1:29:49 – Dalit Politics in Punjab1:37:04 - Politics over Dalit Vote Bank

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