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us to send our deep condolences and message of sympathy to his family and to express our deep sorrow at his demise.
It is the custom of this House. I believe, Sir, that when a Member dies in Delhi, the House adjourns for the rest of the day. I leave it to you, Sir, and to the House, but I would suggest that it is right and proper for us to follow that custom.
Mr. Deputy Chairman : I would like to associate myself with the sentiments expressed by the Prime Minister. I am sure every Member of this House shares the same sentiments. We have all heard with profound sorrow and a sense of shock of the sudden death of Dr. Ambedkar. He was present in the House only the day before yesterday and was in his usual mood, talking and joking with his friends. Many may not agree with him and his political philosophy but he was one of our prominent Members and he was always listened to with respect. His speeches were marked by scholarship, erudition and deep study. He will, however, be remembered as one of the great architects of our Constitution. He was also very anxious to see that the Hindu Law was enacted and most of it has been enacted. It is a great loss to this House Particularly, and, as a mark of respect, I request the House to stand up for two minutes.
( The House stood in silence for two minutes. )
Mr. Deputy Chairman: The House stands adjourned till
11-00 A . M . tomorrow.
The House then adjourned at fifty three minutes past eleven of the clock till eleven of the clock on Friday, the 7th December 1956.
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