What did Ambedkar want to achieve through the temple entry movement?

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What did Ambedkar want to achieve through the temple entry movement?

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answered Jan 17, 2018 by Ankit Agarwal (28,847 points) 7 31 67
 
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The dalits were not allowed entry into the temples. It was like denying them one of the basic rights, i.e. equal access to a public place. By organizing the temple entry movement, Ambedkar wanted to regain self respect for the dalits.

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