Dalits in Early Buddhism

This work deals with detailed information of Dalits during early Buddhism. For complete evaluation of the origin of untouchability and its place, the reaction of Buddhist religion against it and the historical role of Buddhist religion, the academic support has been taken from the scriptures of several Indian and foreign authors, social scientists and investigators. Weaved into comprehensive nine chapters along with a bibliography, liberalising influence of the Buddhist revolt and of Vaishnava compassion led the Brahmins to devise ways and means of assuring spiritual betterment to the Sudra in the Brahminic way of rites and sacraments. It is a useful book for social scientists and students interested in various phases of Dalits and early Buddhism.