B.R. Ambedkar’s view on state socialism was shaped by his concern for social justice, economic equality, and the eradication of caste-based discrimination. He recognized that India’s social hierarchy and economic disparities were deeply intertwined, and he saw state intervention as necessary to achieve a fairer society. Unlike orthodox Marxist socialism, Ambedkar did not advocate for the complete abolition of private property. Instead, he emphasized that the state should play an active role in regulating industries, controlling resources, and ensuring equitable distribution of wealth to prevent exploitation and reduce social inequalities. Ambedkar argued that unregulated capitalism often perpetuated