'Suddhikaran another name for untouchability': Rahul targets BJP, RSS
Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP and RSS of perpetuating untouchability and discrimination against Dalits in India. He specifically criticized the practice of 'suddhikaran' as a discriminatory ritual.
Why it matters
The statement highlights ongoing intense political polarization in India regarding caste-based discrimination and the ideological divide between the Congress party and the ruling BJP.
NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday launched a fierce attack on the BJP-led Centre, alleging discrimination against Dalits and criticising the practice of "suddhikaran" as a form of discrimination.Rahul alleged that Dalits continue to face discrimination and violations despite constitutional safeguards, accusing the BJP and RSS of promoting untouchability.Addressing a presser at the Congress headquarters, Rahul said the country was witnessing a continuing ideological battle and alleged that Dalits had faced discrimination for thousands of years."There is a fight going on two ideologies in the country, whatever politics is happening in this country around these ideologies...for thousands of years dalits have faced violations and…
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