How does Ambedkar portray himself throughout the speech? Use examples from his self-descriptions, and explain how he is a trustworthy voice on this topic. How does his identity construction in the speech influence its themes?

Why does Ambedkar argue that social reform must precede political and economic reform? Does this say something unique about Indian and Hindu society?

How does Ambedkar argue that Hinduism is different from other major religions, especially those he explicitly mentions, such as Christianity and Islam? What does this difference require in terms of social reform?