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This book review delivers an informative summary of Scott R. Stroud\u2019s
The Evolution of Pragmatism: Ambedkar, Dewey, and the Rhetoric of
Reconstruction<\/em> in India. The work underscores Ambedkar\u2019s pragmatic stance
on societal matters and his profound intellectual appreciation for the teachings
of John Dewey. The review acknowledges Stroud\u2019s thorough examination,
which stresses Ambedkar\u2019s strategic utilisation of persuasion and his
continuing impact on Indian politics and societal transformation. Overall, the
book has garnered recognition as an indispensable resource for understanding
Ambedkar\u2019s enduring influence and his substantial contributions to the
scholarly and political arenas of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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