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GANDHI’S EFFORTS ARE INADEQUATE
About 3,000 persons attended a Mahar and Mang Vatandars’ Conference which was held at Tadval (Doki), Sholapur distinct, on February 23rd 1941 under the presidentship of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.
Dr. Ambedkar, who was the chief speaker, explained the inadequacy of Gandhi’s efforts to secure an improvement in the status of Harijans. He praised the administrations of Mysore and Baroda States for their treatment of Harijans but suggested that in Hyderabad State extended facilities for Harijans were necessary. Dr. Ambedkar also appealed for contributions for his building fund. A purse of Rs. 761 was presented.” [1]
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1 : Bombay Secret Abstract, dated 8th March 1941.