1 Babasaheb Ambedkar (Red Panda)

Mukunda Rao’s telling of the extraordinary story of Dr BR Ambedkar’s life — from a child facing daily humiliation, to a scholar, reformer and the architect of the Constitution of India — makes for a compelling read, especially for young adults in today’s times. Written in simple, sharp language, this inspiring biography is beyond history, and more about an icon who laid the foundations for liberty and equality. Rao’s play, Babasaheb has been staged across Karnataka that reflects the life and times of one of India’s greatest minds.

2 Batanagar (Pan Macmillan)