DMK SANATANA DHARMA
Sanatana Dharma row: Madras HC quashes FIR against BJP leader Amit Malviya
Allowing a criminal original petition filed by Malviya, the BJP's IT Cell chief, seeking to quash the first information report, Justice S Srimathy said continuation of the case would amount to abuse of process of law. Hence, the impugned FIR filed by Tiruchirappalli city police is quashed.
Appeasing, anti-Hindu: BJP slams MK Stalin government after Madras HC upholds single bench order on 'Deepathoon' ritual
The BJP has criticized the DMK government's approach to Hindu religious customs. This follows a High Court ruling allowing a lamp lighting tradition at Thiruparankundram hill. The BJP alleges the DMK government is anti-Hindu and engages in appeasement politics. They view the government's appeal against the court decision as unfortunate and indicative of a negative mindset towards Hindu dharma.
Sanatana Dharma row: Madras HC calls Stalin Jr’s comments ‘divisive’
The Madras High Court has deemed Tamil Nadu Youth Welfare & Sports minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's comments on Sanatana Dharma as "divisive" and against constitutional principles. The court refused to issue a writ of quo warranto to remove Stalin, his colleague Sekar Babu, and DMK MP A Raja from their ministerial positions. Justice Anita Sumanth ruled that such comments were "perverse" and spread misinformation.
DMK MP A Raja claims speech on Sanatana only highlighted illegal practices, question writ against him
A Raja, former Union Minister of the Democratic Party of India (DMK), has filed a counter affidavit against a writ of quo warranto filed against him for his speech on Sanatana Dharma. Raja argued that the allegations made against him were vague and that his views and opinions were his own. He argued that it was his duty as a public servant to criticize and condemn "illegal practices" such as inequality based on caste and gender.
HC cautions persons in power against "fissiparous" remarks; slams police on Sanatana Dharma issue
The Madras High Court has criticized the police for not taking action against ruling DMK ministers who participated in an anti-Sanatana Dharma meeting. Justice G Jayachandran emphasized that those in power should refrain from promoting divisive views and should focus on addressing social issues instead.
Sanatana Dharma row: SC notice to Udhayanidhi Stalin
A bench of justices Aniruddha Bose and Bela M Trivedi issued notices to the DMK leader on the plea filed by a Tamil Nadu advocate, B Jagannath. The petitioner told the bench that there has been a call for "eradication of a faith". Although the bench sought a response from Udhayanidhi, it clarified that the instant matter will not be tagged with the pending cases pertaining to hate speech.
'Sanatana Dharma' row: BJP leader Prakash Javadekar seeks DMK leader Udhayanidhi's apology, resignation
"What Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's son and DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said not only insulted 'Sanatana Dharma' but has insulted all religions and the people of the country. Our culture teaches us to respect all religions. But spewing venom/hatred against one religion is condemnable," Javadekar, who is BJP's Telangana in-charge, said.
"Religion, casteism are different...": BJP National Secretary CT Ravi responds to Priyank Kharge's 'Sanatan' remark
Karnataka Minister Kharge on Monday, speaking on Tamil Nadu minister and DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's statement on the 'Sanatan Dharma', had said that any religion that does not promote equality or does not ensure you have the dignity of being human is not religion.
Sanatana Dharma remark row, BJP compares Udhayanidhi Stalin with Hitler
The BJP, in a veiled swipe at the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, said that the leader's remark is "unadulterated hate speech" and alleged that his comment was a call for 'genocide' of 80 per cent of the country that follows Sanatana Dharma. Further, hitting out at the newly formed opposition bloc, the party said that Congress and INDIA coalition support for 'Stalin's bile is most disconcerting'.
Sanatan Dharma remark row: Security heightened at Udhayanidhi Stalin's residence in Chennai
Earlier Udyanidhi Stalin had come under severe criticism since he mentioned on Saturday that Sanatan Dharma should not merely be opposed but eradicated. "Few things cannot be opposed, they should only be abolished. We can't oppose Dengue, mosquitoes, Malaria, or coronavirus, we have to eradicate them. In the same way, we have to eradicate Sanatana (Sanatan Dharma). Rather than merely opposing Sanatana, it should be eradicated," he had said on Saturday.
'I'll repeat the same thing again and again': Udhayanidhi Stalin on Sanatana Dharma remark
Udhayanidhi, son of Chief Minister M K Stalin, referred to Sanatanaa Dharma as 'Sanatanaam' in his address in Tamil at a meet of Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers and Artists Association on Saturday (September 2, 2023). He lauded the organisers for picking the theme of "Sanatana elimination" rather than choosing "opposition to Sanatana."
Sanatana Dharma Row: FIR filed against Udhayanidhi Stalin, Priyank Kharge for 'hurting religious sentiments' in UP
DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin and Priyank Kharge, son of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, have been named in an FIR for allegedly outraging religious feelings. Stalin compared Sanatana Dharma to diseases like dengue and malaria during an event, which sparked backlash and calls for condemnation from political parties.
"Will face defeat for..." O Panneerselvam slams DMK government amid row over Sanatan Dharma
Expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam criticized the DMK government in Tamil Nadu for using 'Sanatana Dharma' to divert attention from their failures. He condemned DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's speech where he advocated for eradicating Sanatana Dharma. Panneerselvam accused the DMK of lacking equality within their own party.
"DMK is alliance partner for us...," says Manickam Tagore on 'Sanatan Dharma' row
Congress Member of Parliament Manickam Tagore clarified that the recent speech about "Sanatana Dharma" was made by a DMK leader and not by Congress. He emphasized that Congress respects all religions. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa had targeted Congress over the remarks and questioned their intent. The BJP demanded an apology from Congress and the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) over the controversy. Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, who made the original remarks, stood by his statement, stating that he included all religions and condemned caste differences. His remarks received criticism from various leaders.
Sanatana Dharma Row: How Stalin Jr's remark sparked a political storm ahead of the 2024 elections
Tamil Nadu Youth Welfare Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin had called for the eradication of Sanatana Dharma, alleging that it promotes inequality. He compared the Hindu religion to diseases such as malaria and dengue fever. The remarks have caused a political controversy, with the BJP expressing displeasure and accusing the DMK, Congress of insulting Sanatana Dharma. Meanwhile, the Congress party has distanced itself from the controversy, stating that it does not believe in hurting religious sentiments.
Tamil Nadu minister Stalin Jr’s comments on Sanatana Dharma triggers rebuke across South
Udhayanidhi Stalin said at an event in Chennai on Saturday that the Sanatana Dharma was like dengue and malaria, and that they should think of not fighting it but eradicating it. Congress MP Karti Chidambaram’s endorsement of the statement fuelled demands for Karnataka’s ruling party to clarify its stand on the matter.
Udhayanidhi Stalin defends remark on Sanatana Dharma, says won’t be cowed down by saffron threats
Tamil Nadu Sports and Youth Affairs minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin has defended himself on his comments on Sanatana Dharma, and said he won't be cowed down by saffron threats and was ready to face any legal challenge.
"Uprooting Sanatan Dharma is upholding humanity": Udhayanidhi Stalin
"I never called for the genocide of people who are following Sanatan Dharma. Sanatan Dharma is a principle that divides people in the name of caste and religion. Uprooting Sanatan Dharma is upholding humanity and human equality," Udhayanidhi Stalin wrote in a message on X on Saturday night.
"Unacceptable": Political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla on Udhayanidhi Stalin's Sanatan rant
Political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla criticized the language used by Tamil Nadu's DMK minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin, who called for the eradication of 'Sanatana Dharma'. Poonawalla stated that while reforms are necessary, they should be pursued through legislation, dialogue, and conversation, and condemned the use of such language in political discourse. BJP leader K Annamalai also condemned Udhayanidhi's remarks, calling it genocide and accusing him of promoting ideas from Christian missionaries.
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