Who are the most famous people in Dalit history?

Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Jyotirao Phule, Savitribai Phule, Kanshi Ram, Babu Jagjivan Ram and Sant Ravidas are among the most influential figures in Dalit history.

Why is Dalit history important?

Dalit history represents the struggle against caste oppression and the fight for dignity, equality, education and constitutional rights in India.

Famous People of Dalit & Jatav History

Dalit and Jatav history is filled with powerful personalities who challenged caste oppression, fought for dignity, education, equality and human rights. These famous Dalit leaders, saints, reformers and thinkers played a vital role in shaping modern India and empowering marginalized communities.

List of Famous Dalit & Jatav Historical Figures

Below is a comprehensive collection of influential figures from Dalit and Jatav history — including social reformers, political leaders, spiritual saints, writers and activists who transformed Indian society.

Dr B R Ambedkar

Architect of Indian Constitution

Jyotirao Phule

Pioneer of social equality & education

Savitribai Phule

First woman teacher of India

Kanshi Ram

Founder of Bahujan movement

Famous People of Dalit & Jatav History

List of Famous Dalit & Jatav Historical Figures

Dr B R Ambedkar

Jyotirao Phule

Savitribai Phule

Kanshi Ram

Babu Jagjivan Ram

Sant Ravidas

Ayyankali

Periyar EV Ramasamy

Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj

Sant Ravidas

Ayyankali

Periyar E. V. Ramasamy

Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj

Ram Vilas Paswan

Ram Nath Kovind

Meira Kumar

Mallikarjun Kharge

Damodaram Sanjivayya

Bangaru Laxman

Ramdas Athawale

Udit Raj

Kumari Selja

Chandrashekhar Azad (Ravan)

Ashok Tanwar

Namdeo Dhasal

Omprakash Valmiki

Baburao Bagul

Manyawar Kanshi Ram

Swami Achhutanand

Bhagya Reddy Varma