·       The Mahad Satyagraha of 1927 is regarded as the foundational event of the Dalit movement, representing the first major collective protest by the Dalit community against the caste system under the leadership of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

·       The Satyagraha symbolized the collective resolve of Dalits to reject the oppressive caste system and assert their human rights, marking a significant milestone in the struggle for Dalit emancipation.

·       Led by Dr. Ambedkar, the Mahad Satyagraha demonstrated organized resistance against caste-based discrimination and oppression, setting a precedent for future anti-caste movements.

·       The Satyagraha was triggered by the refusal of upper-caste Hindus to allow Dalits access to public water sources, despite a resolution passed by the Bombay Legislative Council advocating for their rights.

·       Dr. Ambedkar played a pivotal role in organizing and leading the Satyagraha, mobilizing Dalit communities across Maharashtra and Gujarat to participate in the movement.

·       Symbolic actions such as the burning of the Manusmriti, a text associated with caste-based discrimination, during the Satyagraha, sent shockwaves through Hindu society and underscored the Dalit community’s defiance of oppressive social norms.

·       The Mahad Satyagraha served as a blueprint for organizing future movements against the caste system, inspiring Dalits to challenge caste-based discrimination and assert their rights.

·       The success of the Mahad Satyagraha catapulted Dr. Ambedkar to national prominence as a leader of the oppressed classes, shaping his political trajectory and cementing his role as a champion of social justice and equality.