Worshipping False Gods: Ambedkar and the Facts That Have Been Erased (Paperback) | Released: 27 Jul 2012

Worshipping False Gods: Ambedkar and the Facts That Have Been Erased by Arun Shourie is a controversial work of political and historical analysis that examines the life, writings, and legacy of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, one of India's most influential social reformers, jurists, and the principal architect of the Indian Constitution.

In this book, Shourie presents a critical examination of Ambedkar's political career, ideological positions, relationships with other national leaders, and role in India's freedom movement and constitutional development. The author argues that certain aspects of Ambedkar's life and views have been selectively presented or overlooked in public discussions and attempts to highlight what he considers to be "erased facts."

The book discusses major historical events and debates involving Ambedkar, including his disagreements with Mahatma Gandhi, the Poona Pact of 1932, the representation of Dalits in politics, the question of separate electorates, Hindu social reform, and Ambedkar's later conversion to Buddhism.

Drawing extensively from historical documents, speeches, letters, and writings, Shourie provides his interpretation of Ambedkar's legacy and raises questions about how political figures are remembered and represented in public life.