B.R. Ambedkar, a prominent Dalit leader and social reformer, wrote 'Annihilation of Caste' in 1936, which is considered a seminal work in Dalit literature.

Jyotiba Phule, a social reformer and activist, is widely considered the father of Dalit literature for his pioneering work in highlighting the plight of Dalits in India.

Mulk Raj Anand's autobiography 'Untouchable' created a stir when it was published in 1935, as it provided a powerful account of the discrimination and oppression faced by Dalits in India.

Omprakash Valmiki's novel 'Joothan', published in 1967, is a powerful and moving account of the life of a Dalit in India, and is considered a classic of Dalit literature.

Arundhati Roy's novel 'The God of Small Things' won the prestigious Booker Prize in 1997, bringing international attention to Dalit literature.

Dalit literature encompasses a wide range of themes, including the celebration of Dalit culture and heritage, the highlighting of the oppression and discrimination faced by Dalits, and the promotion of social equality and justice.

Dalit literature is closely associated with the Dalit Movement, a social and political movement that aims to address the issues of caste discrimination and promote the rights of Dalits.

Dalit literature contributes to social change by raising awareness about caste discrimination, challenging traditional social hierarchies, and promoting empathy and understanding among different social groups.

Aravind Adiga's novel 'The White Tiger' won the Man Booker Prize in 2008 and is considered a significant work in Dalit literature.

Meena Kandasamy's novel 'The Caste of Merit' explores the intersections of caste, gender, and class in contemporary India.

Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar's novel 'The Adivasi Will Not Dance' addresses the issues faced by Adivasi communities in India.

Jhumpa Lahiri's novel 'The Lowland' explores the lives of two brothers from a Dalit family in India.

Amitav Ghosh's novel 'The Hungry Tide' explores the lives of people from different social backgrounds in the Sundarbans region of India.

Shashi Tharoor's novel 'The Great Indian Novel' is a satirical take on Indian history and society.

Arundhati Roy's novel 'The Ministry of Utmost Happiness' explores the lives of marginalized people in India.