Who Were the Shudras? is a groundbreaking book by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar that investigates the historical origins and social position of the Shudra caste in ancient Indian society.
In this deeply researched work, Ambedkar challenges traditional Hindu scriptures and theories, arguing that the Shudras were originally part of the Aryan community and were later degraded due to social and political conflict.
This English PDF edition presents his powerful critique of the caste system and is essential reading for scholars, students, and anyone interested in Indian history, caste dynamics, and Ambedkar’s reformist thought.