Manusmriti Jalai Gayi Kyon

“Manusmriti Jalai Gayi Kyon” by Dr. Bhadant Anand Kosalyayan is a critical and insightful work that examines the historical and social reasons behind the burning of the Manusmriti. Written in Hindi, this book provides a detailed exploration of the oppressive content of the Manusmriti and its role in perpetuating caste-based discrimination, untouchability, and social inequality in Indian society.

Dr. Kosalyayan critically analyzes how Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a champion of equality and social justice, led the movement to reject and publicly burn the Manusmriti in 1927. The act was not just a symbolic rejection of the unjust caste hierarchy but also a clarion call for freedom, dignity, and equality for the oppressed classes in India.

This book sheds light on the historical context of the Manusmriti, its influence on Hindu society, and the centuries-long suffering endured by marginalized communities due to its teachings. Dr. Kosalyayan provides a scholarly yet accessible critique, emphasizing why it was necessary to challenge such a regressive text and its role in sustaining inequality.

For readers seeking to understand the Ambedkarite movement, the struggle for social reform, and the rejection of discriminatory practices, this book serves as an essential resource. It is ideal for scholars, students, activists, and anyone committed to the ideals of social justice, equality, and human dignity.80