Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud has repeatedly emphasized the significant influence of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and the Indian Constitution on his personal and professional journey. He has often credited Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution, with inspiring his work towards social transformation and justice for marginalized communities.

CJI Chandrachud has highlighted Dr. Ambedkar's broader vision of reforming Indian society as a whole, not just specific communities. He emphasized that Ambedkar's efforts transcended his role as a leader of the untouchables, aiming to bring social justice to all marginalized individuals. The CJI has also drawn parallels between Ambedkar's fight for social justice and contemporary struggles for gender justice, asserting that these are collective responsibilities that require societal reform and healing.

On multiple occasions, including Ambedkar's birth and death anniversaries, CJI Chandrachud has paid floral tributes to Ambedkar, acknowledging his profound impact on the nation. He has described Ambedkar as the architect of the Constitution who brought about a complete social transformation, whose message remains as valid today as it was when he was drafting the Indian Constitution. He has also stated that it is a historic occasion for the Supreme Court because December 6 is historic for the nation and that they are now part of this slice of history by installing the statue of Dr B R Ambedkar here in the Supreme Court.

CJI Chandrachud has emphasized the importance of upholding the values espoused by Dr. Ambedkar. He has also mentioned the installation of Dr. Ambedkar's statue on the Supreme Court premises as a historic moment. President Droupadi Murmu unveiled the statue on Constitution Day, further highlighting Ambedkar's enduring legacy. The statue portrays Dr. Ambedkar in a lawyer's attire, holding a copy of the Constitution, symbolizing his contribution to the legal framework of India.

While addressing the Sixth International Conference on the 'Unfinished Legacy of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar' at Brandeis University in the U.S., CJI Chandrachud quoted Ambedkar, stating that even a bad Constitution may turn out to be good if those responsible for its functioning happen to be a “good lot”. He hailed Ambedkar's idea of constitutionalism as being responsible for dismantling deeply entrenched caste hierarchy in India. He also highlighted the idea of constitutionalism of Ambedkar, who headed the committee tasked to frame the Indian Constitution and said it was instrumental in transforming Indian society by dismantling deeply entrenched caste hierarchy and promoting social, economic and political empowerment of marginalised groups.