The Role of Ambedkar's Critique in Challenging Eurocentrism and Colonial Narratives in India

1. Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Significance of the Study 1.4 Structure of the Thesis 2. Historical Context of Eurocentrism 2.1 Definition and Origins 2.2 Eurocentrism in Colonial India 2.3 Impact on Indian Society 3. Ambedkar's Intellectual Critique 3.1 Overview of Ambedkar's Work 3.2 Key Philosophical Tenets 3.3 Critique of Caste System 4. Ambedkar and Colonial Narratives 4.1 Analysis of Colonial Discourse 4.2 Ambedkar's Counter-Narratives 4.3 Influence on Indian Nationalism 5. Challenging Eurocentrism through Ambedkar 5.1 Deconstructing Western Dominance 5.2 Promoting Indigenous Perspectives 5.3 Reinterpretation of Indian History 6. Comparative Analysis with Other Thinkers 6.1 Gandhi and Postcolonial Critique 6.2 Tagore's Views on Modernity 6.3 Neo-Marxist Perspectives 7. Contemporary Relevance 7.1 Ambedkar in Modern Indian Thought 7.2 Impact on Social Justice Movements 7.3 Ongoing Debates in Academia 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Contributions to Academic Discourse 8.3 Future Research Directions