Dr. Ambedkar Foundation
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The Dr. Ambedkar Foundation is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment of India.[1]
FormationMarch 24, 1992
TypeAutonomous body
HeadquartersNew Delhi, India
Region served
India | |
| Formation | March 24, 1992 |
|---|---|
| Type | Autonomous body |
| Headquarters | New Delhi, India |
Region served | India |
Parent organization | Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India |
History
The Dr. Ambedkar Foundation was established following recommendations from the Centenary Celebrations Committee, formed to mark the 100th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in 1991. It was registered as a society on March 24, 1992 under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.[2]