Hindu prayers made mandatory in Chhattisgarh’s State schools; govt imposing RSS agenda, says Congress
The Chhattisgarh government has mandated the recitation of Hindu prayers in state schools, sparking criticism from the Congress party. Opponents argue this move is an attempt to impose an RSS-aligned agenda on the education system.
Why it matters
The policy raises significant questions regarding the separation of religion and state in India's public education system.
Reciting the Gayatri Mantra and other Hindu prayers has been made mandatory by the Chhattisgarh Government in all schools under its education department from the current academic session. The Opposition Congress has described it as an attempt to impose the RSS agenda in educational institutions.
The article highlights the opposition's perspective and frames the government's action as an 'imposition' of an agenda.
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