The Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, has come under fire for his comments on BR Ambedkar during his speech in the Rajya Sabha. The Congress party has accused him of insulting the architect of the Indian Constitution, while the BJP has retaliated, claiming the Opposition party is resorting to cheap tactics. The Home Minister's remarks have sparked a heated political debate, with Congress leaders demanding an apology and a discussion on the issue in Parliament.
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.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Gandhi family in a heated parliamentary debate on the 75th anniversary of the Constitution's adoption. He accused the Congress family for amending the Constitution 75 times in 55 years and defying the ideals of democracy and equality. PM Modi specifically called out former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi for disrespecting the Constitution during the Emergency and for promoting the idea of a "Committed Judiciary". He stated that the Gandhi family's bad habit of changing the Constitution for their own interests has led to the neglect of fundamental rights and the oppression of innocent citizens.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Nehru-Gandhi family of repeatedly amending the country's Constitution to suit their own interests. He pointed out the family's long history of challenging the Constitution, from the time of India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to the current generation of Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi. Modi emphasized his commitment to upholding the values of the Constitution and warned against the dangerous trend of using the Constitution for personal gain.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a passionate and inspiring speech in the Lok Sabha as part of the ongoing debate on the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution. He praised the contributions of women in the making of the Constitution, while also addressing the Kapoor family's celebration of Raj Kapoor's birth centenary. In other news, New Zealand cricket captain Kane Williamson faced a bizarre dismissal during the 3rd Test against England.
During a discussion on the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of India in the Lok Sabha, opposition leader Rahul Gandhi pointed out the BJP's contradictory stance on the Constitution and its ideology. He quoted Veer Savarkar, a key figure in the RSS and BJP's ideology, who had stated that there is nothing Indian about the Constitution and that it should be superseded by the Manusmriti. Gandhi also highlighted the BJP's questionable actions, such as handing over Dharavi and other national assets to Adani, which goes against the principles of economic and social equality outlined in the Constitution. He also announced plans for a Caste Census to shed light on the marginalized communities that have been neglected by the ruling party.
During a discussion on the 75th anniversary of India's Constitution, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, questioned the ruling BJP's loyalty to the founding document. He referenced the writings of Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, claiming that Savarkar believed the Constitution had no Indian elements and preferred the Manusmriti as the law of the land. He also accused the BJP of betraying the values of the Constitution and highlighted their alleged mistreatment of protesting farmers and the family of a gangrape victim in Hathras.
On the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas, leaders from different political parties paid tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar, the chief architect of India's Constitution and a beacon of social justice. PM Modi in his post on social media expressed his dedication to fulfilling Ambedkar's vision, while also sharing a picture from his visit to Chaitya Bhoomi. The occasion also saw a rare moment of unity as PM Modi and Congress President were seen holding hands. Mahaparinirvan Diwas is observed every year on December 6 to honor the contributions of Babasaheb Ambedkar towards the upliftment of the marginalized sections of society.
During a lecture on secularism and the Indian Constitution, former Supreme Court Judge Justice Rohinton Nariman expressed his disappointment over the acquittal of political leaders accused of conspiring to demolish the Babri Masjid mosque in 1992. Despite the Supreme Court's interventions, the trial was dormant for 25 years and the special court eventually acquitted all the accused. This injustice, according to Justice Nariman, reflects the deteriorating state of affairs in the country. His comments were made at the inaugural lecture of the Ahmadi Foundation, established in the memory of Justice AM Ahmadi. A biography of Justice Ahmadi, titled 'The Fearless Judge', was also released at the event.
On December 6th, 2024, India will mark the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas in honor of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the father of the Indian Constitution. This day is dedicated to remembering the transformative legacy of Babasaheb Ambedkar, who devoted his life to promoting equality and eradicating caste-based discrimination. As a public holiday in Maharashtra, thousands will gather at Chaitya Bhoomi, Dr. Ambedkar's final resting place, to pay their respects. His powerful and inspiring words continue to inspire generations to fight for justice, freedom, and dignity.