GK Questions and Answers on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s birth anniversary is celebrated to honor one of the key architects of the Indian Constitution and a powerful social reformer who fought against caste discrimination. Let’s explore his life, achievements, and contributions through an informative GK quiz.

Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was born on April 14, 1891, in Mhow, India. He played a crucial role in uplifting the Dalits (Scheduled Castes) and served as the Law Minister of India from 1947 to 1951.

Known for his immense contribution to the framing of the Indian Constitution, Dr. Ambedkar was not only a statesman but also a renowned educationist, thinker, and scholar. His efforts toward social justice and equality continue to inspire generations.

Test your knowledge with these GK multiple-choice questions based on his early life, education, and major works. Each question is provided with answers and explanations to help you learn better.

1. When was Dr. B.R. Ambedkar born?

A. April 14, 1890
B. April 14, 1891
C. April 15, 1891
D. April 13, 1892
Answer: B. April 14, 1891

2. Where was Dr. Ambedkar born?

A. Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Mhow
D. Pune
Answer: C. Mhow

3. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is known as the architect of which document?

A. Indian Penal Code
B. Constitution of India
C. Fundamental Rights Act
D. Civil Code
Answer: B. Constitution of India

4. What was the full name of Dr. Ambedkar?

A. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
B. Bhim Singh Ambedkar
C. Ramji Bhimrao Ambedkar
D. Bhimrao Ambedkar Singh
Answer: A. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar

5. Which community did Dr. Ambedkar belong to?

A. Brahmin
B. Kshatriya
C. Dalit
D. Vaishya
Answer: C. Dalit

6. Which university did Dr. Ambedkar attend in the USA?

A. Harvard University
B. Columbia University
C. Yale University
D. Stanford University
Answer: B. Columbia University

7. In which year did India adopt its Constitution?

A. 1947
B. 1948
C. 1949
D. 1950
Answer: D. 1950

8. Dr. Ambedkar served as India’s first:

A. President
B. Prime Minister
C. Law Minister
D. Finance Minister
Answer: C. Law Minister

9. Which social evil did Dr. Ambedkar strongly oppose?

A. Illiteracy
B. Untouchability
C. Poverty
D. Corruption
Answer: B. Untouchability

10. What is the name of Dr. Ambedkar’s famous book?

A. Discovery of India
B. Annihilation of Caste
C. India Wins Freedom
D. My Experiments with Truth
Answer: B. Annihilation of Caste

11. Which award was given to Dr. Ambedkar posthumously?

A. Padma Shri
B. Bharat Ratna
C. Padma Bhushan
D. Arjuna Award
Answer: B. Bharat Ratna

12. In which year did Dr. Ambedkar receive the Bharat Ratna?

A. 1980
B. 1990
C. 2000
D. 1975
Answer: B. 1990

13. Dr. Ambedkar converted to which religion?

A. Islam
B. Christianity
C. Buddhism
D. Sikhism
Answer: C. Buddhism

14. In which year did he embrace Buddhism?

A. 1947
B. 1950
C. 1956
D. 1960
Answer: C. 1956

15. Dr. Ambedkar passed away in which year?

A. 1954
B. 1955
C. 1956
D. 1957
Answer: C. 1956

16. Which movement was led by Dr. Ambedkar?

A. Quit India Movement
B. Dalit Movement
C. Swadeshi Movement
D. Non-Cooperation Movement
Answer: B. Dalit Movement

17. Dr. Ambedkar was the chairman of which committee?

A. Drafting Committee
B. Finance Committee
C. Education Committee
D. Planning Committee
Answer: A. Drafting Committee

18. What was the name of his political party?

A. Congress Party
B. Republican Party of India
C. Janata Party
D. Socialist Party
Answer: B. Republican Party of India

19. Which magazine was started by Dr. Ambedkar?

A. Kesari
B. Mooknayak
C. Harijan
D. Young India
Answer: B. Mooknayak

20. What is Dr. Ambedkar’s birth anniversary known as?

A. Republic Day
B. Independence Day
C. Ambedkar Jayanti
D. Constitution Day
Answer: C. Ambedkar Jayanti

21. Dr. Ambedkar studied economics in which country?

A. France
B. Germany
C. USA
D. Russia
Answer: C. USA

22. Which famous slogan is associated with Dr. Ambedkar?

A. Do or Die
B. Jai Hind
C. Educate, Agitate, Organize
D. Swaraj is my birthright
Answer: C. Educate, Agitate, Organize

23. Dr. Ambedkar was influenced by which religion’s philosophy?

A. Jainism
B. Buddhism
C. Islam
D. Christianity
Answer: B. Buddhism

24. Which Constitution inspired the Indian Constitution the most?

A. USA
B. UK
C. Canada
D. Australia
Answer: A. USA

25. Where is Dr. Ambedkar’s memorial located?

A. Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Nagpur
D. Chennai
Answer: B. Mumbai