After Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks in Parliament on Tuesday in which he appeared to insult and belittle Dr. B R Ambedkar, the opposition has come together to demand his removal from the Cabinet. In response to the two-day debate celebrating the 75 years of the Indian Constitution, Shah had said, "had you chanted God's name these many times, you would have been blessed with heaven in seven births." This has sparked outrage among opposition parties who see it as a continued disrespect for Ambedkar and the Dalit community as a whole. The opposition is calling on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take immediate action and remove Shah from his position, otherwise protests will be held across the country.
The 6th of December is a significant date in Indian political history, marked by both the death anniversary of Dr. B R Ambedkar and the demolition of Babri Masjid. This event sparked a shift in Indian politics, with the dominant ideology being Hindutva and the caste-eradicating movement of Mandal being sidelined. Recent petitions for surveys of Muslim places of worship have reignited communal tensions and the Congress party is struggling to effectively respond to the BJP's use of social justice to propel their electoral victories. As the debate continues, questions arise around the validity and implications of the Places of Worship Act enacted during the Ram Janmabhoomi movement.
DVC Headquarters in New Delhi observed Constitution Day by paying tribute to the Chief Architect of the Indian Constitution and reflecting on its values and fundamentals. Guest lecturer Professor Dr. Shameek Sen stressed the importance of fulfilling our duties and promoting compassion towards fellow beings. The program ended with a recital of the National Anthem, reaffirming the significance of this historic day. Keep up-to-date with daily news and updates by subscribing to DVC's newsletter.