NLSIU to host inaugural Justice Ahmadi Distinguished Lecture on Saturday
Renowned historian and biographer Ramachandra Guha will deliver the keynote lecture titled 'What Would Dr. Ambedkar Make of India Today?'
The event is scheduled to take place at the Bangalore International Centre (BIC) auditorium, Domlur II Stage, from 11 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
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