New Delhi: Amidst the continuing political controversy surrounding Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s objectionable feedback in regards to the ‘Sanatana Dharma,’ DMK MP A Raja has now raised eyebrows by evaluating it to illnesses that carry social stigma, reminiscent of HIV and leprosy. Raja went on to say on Thursday that Udhayanidhi’s perspective on ‘Sanatana dharma’ was comparatively gentle.
Earlier this month, Udhayanidhi Stalin alleged that ‘Sanatana Dharma’ opposed equality and social justice, suggesting that it needs to be eradicated. Drawing a parallel between ‘Sanatana Dharma’ and illnesses like coronavirus, malaria, and fever attributable to dengue virus and mosquitoes, he contended that such ideologies mustn’t merely be challenged however eradicated.
These remarks stirred controversy, with BJP’s IT division in-charge Amit Malviya alleging that the DMK chief had known as for the “genocide” of the 80 per cent inhabitants following ‘Sanatana dharma.’ Udhayanidhi refuted this accusation.
Udhayanidhi, the son of Chief Minister MK Stalin, emphasised that the time period ‘Sanatana’ originates from Sanskrit and signifies “everlasting” or unchangeable, asserting that it precludes questioning and fosters caste-based divisions.
Tamil Nadu CM Defends Son Udhayanidhi
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin got here to his son’s defence, contending that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s feedback had been unfair since Udhayanidhi’s speech at a Sanatan Eradication Convention aimed to critique the inhuman ideas related to ‘Sanatana dharma.’ Stalin underscored that Udhayanidhi didn’t intend to offend any non secular beliefs however sought to deal with problems with discrimination in opposition to Scheduled Castes, Tribals, and Ladies.
Stalin additionally known as out the BJP for spreading a false narrative, alleging that Udhayanidhi had advocated the “genocide” of people holding ‘Sanatana’ beliefs. He challenged the Prime Minister’s consciousness of those distortions, questioning whether or not he was talking out of ignorance or intent.
Udhayanidhi Points Clarification
In response to the allegations and authorized actions in opposition to him, Udhayanidhi additionally launched a four-page assertion, emphasizing the necessity to uphold the ideologies of leaders like Periyar, Anna, Kalaignar, and Perasiriyar. He criticized BJP leaders for distorting his speech and spreading falsehoods, asserting that his speech by no means used the time period “genocide” in both Tamil or English.
Furthermore, Udhayanidhi, together with Congress’ Priyank Kharge, faces authorized repercussions, as they had been booked underneath Part 153A and 295A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for his feedback on ‘Sanatana Dharma’ following a criticism from advocates in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur. The controversy surrounding Udhayanidhi Stalin’s remarks on ‘Sanatana Dharma’ continues to escalate, with political leaders and authorized actions intertwining in a debate that touches on cultural, non secular, and social points.