
Dalit Iconography-Significances and concerns
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Syllabus area: Social Empowerment; Art & culture; Significant events, personalities and issues from mid 18th century until present. Q1: Critically examine the Dalit iconography like statues of Ambedkar across India. (Answer in 250 Words | 15 marks) HINTS Iconography is the representation of a person, an idea, a symbol for showing resemblance to ones beliefs. Dalit Iconography is represented in the form of the statues of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in parks, institutions and other public places. Significances of dalit iconography Recognizing efforts: It helps people in recognizing the glorious efforts, contributions made by the national leaders. Recognizing ill treatment: It presents recognition of the historical ill-treatment of Dalits by the majority sections of the society. Hope: It brings out a hope for Dalits to be part of the society. Motivation to…