B. R. Ambedkar was born in the 20th century .
Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar ( April 14 , 1901 - December 6 , 1956 ) , popularly known as Baba Saheb , was an Indian jurist , economist , politician and social reformer who inspired the Dalit Buddhist Movement and campaigned against social discrimination against Untouchables Dalits , while also supporting the rights of women and labor .