Books:
* Castes in India: Their Mechanism, Genesis and Development (1916): Ambedkar's first major work, a groundbreaking sociological study of the caste system.
* The Untouchables (1948): This book details the historical and contemporary experiences of the "Untouchables" (now known as Dalits) in India.
* The Buddha and His Dhamma (1956): A philosophical exploration of Buddhism and its relevance to contemporary society.
* Who Were the Shudras? (1946): A critical examination of the historical origins and social status of the Shudra caste.
* Annihilation of Caste (1936): A powerful and scathing critique of the caste system and a call for its eradication.
* Pakistan or the Partition of India (1940): A historical and political analysis of the events leading to the partition of India and Pakistan.
* Thoughts on Pakistan (1951): A collection of essays and speeches reflecting on the aftermath of the partition and the challenges facing India.
* The Evolution of Provincial Finance in British India (1925): A detailed study of the financial systems and policies of British India.
* States and Minorities (1947): A collection of essays on the rights and representation of minorities in India.
* What Congress and Gandhi Have Done to the Untouchables (1942): A critical analysis of the Indian National Congress's policies towards the Untouchables.
Other Writings:
* Essays, speeches, articles, and letters: Ambedkar wrote extensively on a variety of topics, including education, economics, politics, law, and religion. These works are scattered across various journals, magazines, and newspapers.
Important Collections:
* The Collected Works of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar: This multi-volume collection, edited by the Government of India, contains a vast repository of Ambedkar's writings.
* Writing and Speeches: This collection, published by the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Research and Training Institute, includes a range of Ambedkar's works.
Ambedkar's writings are considered essential reading for understanding the history, politics, and social realities of India, particularly the struggles of Dalits and other marginalized groups. His works continue to inspire and influence social reform movements and political discourse in India and around the world.