NCP leader Jitendra Awhad attacked Sanatan Dharma ideology during remarks to IANS from Thane. The senior politician connected the belief system to caste-based discrimination rooted in the Manusmriti texts. Awhad separated the Hindu religion from the Sanatani political movements that exploit traditional practices. He referenced social reformers Dr B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Phule as victims of historical injustices. The leader questioned rigid traditionalism that restricts educational opportunities for women.
Awhad responded to Minister Nitesh Rane's previous criticism by defending constitutional rights over religious texts. He highlighted Ambedkar's classroom exclusion despite his later constitutional contributions. The politician challenged opponents by citing attacks on reformer Jyotirao Phule and his wife. Awhad mentioned opposition to Shivaji Maharaj's coronation and conspiracies against Maratha rulers. He predicted critics would avoid answering questions about historical inequalities within Hindu society.
Awhad responded to Minister Nitesh Rane's previous criticism by defending constitutional rights over religious texts. He highlighted Ambedkar's classroom exclusion despite his later constitutional contributions. The politician challenged opponents by citing attacks on reformer Jyotirao Phule and his wife. Awhad mentioned opposition to Shivaji Maharaj's coronation and conspiracies against Maratha rulers. He predicted critics would avoid answering questions about historical inequalities within Hindu society.
