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Ranade, Gandhi And Jinnah by B. R. Ambedkar is a critical analysis of the political ideologies and leadership styles of three prominent figures in Indian history: Mahadev Govind Ranade, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, and Muhammad Ali Jinnah. In this work, Ambedkar provides a comprehensive examination of how each of these leaders contributed to shaping India’s political landscape and their respective approaches to social justice, governance, and the national movement for independence.Ambedkar’s critique of Gandhi and Jinnah is particularly significant, as he contrasts their ideas with those of Ranade, a reformist who believed in the importance of social and economic reforms alongside political independence. While Gandhi’s focus on non-violence and his strategies for mass mobilization gained widespread popularity, Ambedkar challenges some of his methods, especially in relation to caste and the treatment of marginalized groups. Similarly, Ambedkar provides a sharp analysis of Jinnah’s shift from advocating for Hindu-Muslim unity to demanding a separate Muslim state. Through this work, Ambedkar offers an alternative perspective on the Indian freedom struggle, one that highlights the complexities of caste, religion, and politics in shaping the nation.