India, Nov. 25 -- In contemporary times, he has possibly replaced Mahatma Gandhi as the human deity who can do no wrong. Like Gandhi is considered the father of the nation, he is known as the father of the Indian Constitution. Criticising him, or his works, thoughts, and speeches can be controversial. I am talking about BR Ambedkar, one of the most fascinating characters in pre- and post-Independence India. Most people may not know or realise this but he is intimately linked to one of the most interesting debates in recent times.

Time and again, the co-founder of Infosys, Narayana Murthy, has advocated that young Indians need to work 72 hours a week. Not just because they need to develop professional careers, but for India to grow into a...