Quote by B. R. Ambedkar

A people and their religion must be judged by social standards based on social ethics. No other standard would have any meaning if religion is held to be necessary good for the well-being of the people.

A people and their religion must be judged by social standar

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of evaluating a society and its religion based on social ethics. It suggests that if religion is considered vital for the welfare of a community, then it should be assessed according to societal standards. By doing so, the quote implies that the role of religion should be scrutinized based on its impacts on individuals and communities, rather than relying on arbitrary or subjective measures. The quote suggests that in order to determine the value of religion, it is essential to gauge its influence and contributions to the overall well-being of the people.

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By B. R. Ambedkar

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