This book (Volume I) is a compilation of papers presented by various scholars in a national conference on "Relevance of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar for Inclusive Development in India" held on 14 April 2016 at Lipika Auditorium in Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan. It focuses on inclusive development, women empowerment and social justice in India in the light of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar's thoughts and ideals. It has added a new contribution to development discourse and Ambedkar thoughts. It will be a useful resource not only for Ambedkarites but also for policy-makers, professionals, academicians, researchers and students engaged in the field of development in society.