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“Nothing Happens With A Push”, Congress Scion Rahul Gandhi Arrogantly Downplays Incident At Parliament That Left 2 BJP MPs Hospitalized

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Congress Scion Rahul Gandhi Arrogantly Downplays Incident At Parliament That Left 2 BJP MPs Hospitalized

Rahul Gandhi defended pushing BJP MPs during a scuffle in Parliament on 19 Dec 2024, claiming it was a response to BJP MPs obstructing his path. The confrontation, which left two BJP MPs with head injuries, occurred amid protests over Amit Shah’s controversial remarks on Dr. BR Ambedkar. Gandhi downplayed the incident, saying “nothing happens with a push.”

On 19 December 2024, the Parliament witnessed a chaotic scuffle involving Members of Parliament (MPs) from both the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress. The confrontation occurred amid a protest sparked by Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s controversial remarks about Dr BR Ambedkar, which triggered widespread protests from the opposition.

The incident unfolded when Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and other opposition MPs were attempting to enter Parliament. BJP MPs accused Rahul Gandhi of deliberately pushing BJP MPs, resulting in head injuries to two BJP MPs—Pratap Chandra Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput.

Both MPs were admitted to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU), with Sarangi reportedly suffering a deep cut to his forehead. Sarangi described the situation, stating that Gandhi pushed an MP who then fell on him, causing his injury. Rajput, who lost consciousness briefly after the incident, also sustained head injuries.

Meanwhile, BJP MPs, including Anurag Thakur, rushed to the Parliament Street police station to file a complaint against Rahul Gandhi and other Congress MPs, accusing them of physical aggression. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan echoed this sentiment, asserting that Gandhi’s actions had caused multiple MPs to fall, leading to the injuries of Sarangi and Rajput. BJP leaders also expressed their outrage over the incident, with Kiren Rijiju calling the behavior “shameful” and demanding an apology from Congress.

During the heated exchange, Rajya Sabha MP S Phangnon Konyak of the BJP alleged that Rahul Gandhi came very close to her and shouted at her during the protests. She stated that the incident had left her in tears, and she later submitted a formal complaint to Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar.

The tension in Parliament continued to rise as MPs from both sides clashed over the Ambedkar issue. The opposition had staged protests in front of Makar Dwar earlier in the day, accusing BJP MPs of obstructing their protests and preventing them from voicing their concerns. Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi, also joined the protests, holding placards demanding an apology from Amit Shah for his remarks about Ambedkar.

The controversy surrounding Shah’s comments on Ambedkar, which he had dismissed as a “fashion” to invoke Ambedkar’s name, intensified the protests. The Congress party filed a privilege notice against Shah, accusing him of disrespecting the Dalit icon. In response, the opposition MPs demanded Shah’s resignation, and Congress announced plans for a nationwide protest to condemn the Home Minister’s remarks.

Despite the chaos, BJP leaders remained adamant that the protests were a direct result of the opposition’s attempts to disrupt Parliament. The day ended with the House being adjourned amidst the ongoing protests, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally called Sarangi and Rajput to inquire about their health following the scuffle.

How Rahul Gandhi Reacted

In response to the allegations, Rahul Gandhi defended his actions, claiming that BJP MPs had obstructed his path and tried to push him and that he was simply attempting to enter Parliament. He maintained that BJP MPs were threatening and pushing him, and the confrontation was a result of their actions.

Speaking to reporters, he arrogantly said, “This might be on your camera. I was trying to go inside through the Parliament entrance, BJP MPs were trying to stop me, push me, and threaten me. So this happened…Yes, this has happened (Mallikarjun Kharge being pushed). But nothing happens because of a push. But this is the entrance and we have the right to go in. BJP MPs were trying to stop us from going in…The central issue is that they are attacking the Constitution and insulting the memory of Ambedkar ji.”

After admitting to manhandling, Rahul Gandhi dismissed his aggressive behavior, stating nothing happens with a push. His comments have drawn sharp criticism, as they downplay the severity of an incident that led to a head injury for senior MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi and resulted in another BJP MP being admitted to the ICU. The incident, which occurred during a scuffle in Parliament, has been condemned for its reckless nature, with critics pointing to the arrogance displayed by Gandhi and the Congress leadership in minimizing the impact of their actions.

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How Congress Replaced 6 ‘Controversial’ Cartoons In NCERT Textbooks

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How Congress Replaced Controversial Cartoons In NCERT Textbooks.

In 2012, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) removed six cartoons from its political science textbooks after a four-month-long controversy that rocked Parliament. The decision, approved by the National Monitoring Committee, came amidst debates on freedom of expression, classroom appropriateness, and parliamentary oversight. Let’s take a look at each one of them.

The Controversial Ambedkar Cartoon

Original Content: This cartoon depicted Dr. B.R. Ambedkar seated on a snail, symbolizing the slow pace of drafting the Indian Constitution, with Jawaharlal Nehru holding a whip, seemingly urging the process forward.

Context: Created during the 1950s, the cartoon highlighted frustrations with the lengthy Constitution-making process, which took nearly three years.

Controversy: Critics argued that this cartoon undermined the dignity of Dr. Ambedkar, who chaired the drafting committee and was a key architect of the Constitution. It was also perceived as trivializing the significant work of the Constituent Assembly.

Replacement: A photograph of Dr. Rajendra Prasad greeting Dr. Ambedkar, along with an excerpt from Prasad’s speech in the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, was added to honor their roles.

Booth-Capturing Cartoon

Original Content: This illustration depicted a corrupt politician as a dark-skinned man involved in booth capturing, a common electoral malpractice during India’s early democratic years.

Context: The cartoon was intended to provoke discussions on electoral corruption and the challenges of ensuring free and fair elections in India.

Controversy: The depiction of the corrupt politician as dark-skinned was criticized for reinforcing racial and caste-based stereotypes, making it inappropriate for educational settings.

Replacement: The cartoon was replaced with a blank activity box, leaving room for classroom discussions without potentially offensive imagery.

Cartoon on Political Defection

Original Content: This cartoon illustrated the issue of political defection, where politicians switched parties, often for monetary or personal gain, undermining political stability.

Context: Political defection was a major problem in Indian politics, leading to the introduction of the Anti-Defection Law in 1985. The cartoon served as a visual critique of such practices.

Controversy: The cartoon was criticized for oversimplifying a complex issue and for potentially influencing students’ perceptions of political leaders.

Replacement: It was substituted with a text-based commentary on the role of money in politics, providing a more neutral way to address the issue.

R.K. Laxman’s Anti-Hindi Agitation Cartoon

Original Content: A cartoon by renowned illustrator R.K. Laxman depicted protests during the anti-Hindi agitation in Tamil Nadu, where opposition to the imposition of Hindi as the national language led to widespread unrest.

Context: The cartoon represented linguistic diversity and the tensions surrounding language policy in post-independence India.

Controversy: Critics argued that the cartoon could revive old linguistic divides and was insensitive to the cultural sentiments of Tamil-speaking communities.

Replacement: The cartoon was removed, and an accompanying photograph related to the historical context was enlarged for better emphasis.

Indira Gandhi and the ‘Pig in the Hut‘ Cartoon

Original Content: This cartoon depicted Indira Gandhi setting fire to a hut with a pig trapped inside. The hut symbolized the Congress party, and the pig represented the internal party syndicate.

Context: The cartoon referenced the political turmoil and internal conflicts within the Congress party during Indira Gandhi’s tenure as Prime Minister.

Controversy: The imagery of a pig, considered offensive in many cultural contexts, along with the depiction of internal political strife, was deemed inappropriate for a classroom setting.

Replacement: The cartoon was removed entirely.

Cartoon of Sheikh Abdullah Crowned by Indira Gandhi

Original Content: This cartoon showed Sheikh Abdullah, the prominent Kashmiri leader, being crowned by Indira Gandhi.

Context: The cartoon symbolized the political alliance and subsequent tensions between Sheikh Abdullah and the Congress government under Indira Gandhi.

Controversy: The cartoon was interpreted as showing favoritism or political manipulation by Indira Gandhi, which some felt was unsuitable for inclusion in a textbook.

Replacement: The cartoon was replaced with other content that maintained historical relevance without controversial depictions.

The Thorat Committee had suggested the removal of 22 cartoons from NCERT textbooks. Six had been dropped in 2012 and many were under review. While the Congress was happily disrespecting Ambedkar, they did not want the truth about the Congress party itself to be seen as a part of the curriculum.

(With inputs from India Today)

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“They Found A Scapegoat In Me”, Congress Leader Mani Shankar Aiyar Reveals How His Party Used Him To Hide Rahul Gandhi’s Failure

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Congress Leader Mani Shankar Aiyar Reveals How His Party Used Him To Hide Rahul Gandhi's Failure

Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar, known for his outspoken nature and sharp political commentary, has found himself at the center of controversies that have haunted the party. In his book, A Maverick in Politics, Aiyar details how he was made the scapegoat for Congress’s defeats in the 2014 general elections and the 2017 Gujarat assembly elections. His reflections offer a compelling narrative of political maneuvering, media sensationalism, and a party looking for an easy target.

Aiyar emphatically states that he never referred to Narendra Modi as a “chaiwala” and that the controversy surrounding this alleged remark was baseless. “The whole recording or any part of it is still on YouTube, and you can see I never said that” Aiyar asserts. He explains that it was Modi himself who perpetuated the “humble beginnings” narrative, turning it into a political tool.

Aiyar recalls an instance where Congress leaders reacted without verifying facts. “Imagine a political party not asking its own member what he had said before suspending him,“ he writes. He describes being used as a scapegoat for the party’s impending defeat in 2014, as Congress sought to deflect blame for its lackluster campaign.

The 2017 Gujarat assembly elections brought another controversy. Aiyar’s phrase “neech kisam ka aadmi” (a lowly sort of person) was twisted into “neech jaati ka aadmi” (a man of low caste), igniting a political firestorm. Aiyar laments, “Instead of checking with me, I get a call from Republic TV telling me that Rahul Gandhi had tweeted, asking me to apologize. I was told this by Republic, of all the devils in the world.”

This misrepresentation was weaponized against him, and Aiyar was swiftly suspended from the Congress party. Reflecting on this, he accuses the BJP of “twisting words” and Congress of failing to stand by him.

Aiyar is scathing in his critique of the media, accusing it of prioritizing sensationalism over substance. He argues that the media played a significant role in amplifying these controversies. “So much of our media is obsessed with triviality, so obsessed with sensational headlines,” he says, lamenting the lack of depth in political discourse.

Speaking to Deshbhakt YouTube channel, he says, “I’m the scapegoat because at that time they had been projecting Rahul as winning the Gujarat election and they realized towards the end that it was not going to happen. The end result was if I’m not mistaken, I’ve given the figures here, that we got 77 seats, and they got 99 and we were about 40% and they were about 49% and I can’t remember now the exact numbers. It was a huge margin and, in those circumstances, they wanted a scapegoat, and they found a scapegoat for the 2014 elections in my so-called Chaiwala comment which I never made, and the 2017 defeat in Gujarat on this on these remarks.”

Aiyar’s criticism isn’t reserved solely for the BJP and the media; he also takes aim at his own party. He recalls how Congress leaders distanced themselves from him, with Rahul Gandhi treating him “as if I was a political leper.” Reflecting on his suspension and isolation, Aiyar reveals the emotional toll it took on him, leading to a severe depression.

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Uttar Pradesh: “If Your Son Was A Muslim, He Would Have Been Saved”, Says Islamist Who Kidnapped, Raped & Killed A 5-Yr-Old Hindu Boy

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The Commune
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If Your Son Was A Muslim, He Would Have Been Saved, Says Islamist Who Kidnapped, Raped & Killed A 5-Yr-Old Hindu Boy

A chilling incident of religious hatred has come to light, where a five-year-old Hindu boy was kidnapped, raped, and murdered by an Islamist named Ibrahim in Lucknow because the victim wasn’t a Muslim. In a shocking confession that made the boy’s grieving mother faint in anguish, the accused said he targeted the child due to his religion.

A horrific incident occurred at Charbagh railway station where Ibrahim, a resident of Lakhimpur, approached the boy’s mother, who had arrived at the station and was attempting to cajole her crying child. He pretended to comfort the child and offered food to the mother and son, which reportedly caused them to lose consciousness. Upon regaining consciousness, the woman discovered that both her child and Ibrahim were missing.

The mother immediately alerted the authorities, prompting a search that led to the discovery of her son’s body in a warehouse near the station. Investigations revealed that Ibrahim had sexually assaulted and killed the child. When apprehended by the police, Ibrahim reportedly made a chilling statement in front of the grieving mother, stating, “If your son was a Muslim, he would have been saved. He was a Hindu. We attack Hindus.” He then laughed, which caused the mother to faint in anguish.

Dharamvir Singh of the Government Railway Police (GRP) detailed how Ibrahim befriended the woman and her child, giving the boy biscuits and chips and playing with him to gain their trust. Surveillance footage from 40 cameras at the station showed Ibrahim carrying the child across a foot-overbridge to a warehouse. Evidence such as a jacket left at a condom rack with a mobile number in its pocket led the police to track and arrest Ibrahim.

The investigation revealed that Ibrahim had assaulted the boy in the warehouse, and when the child cried out in distress, he was murdered. Ibrahim was charged under sections of rape and murder, and he is currently in custody. The incident has sparked outrage and deep sorrow in the community.

(With inputs from Hinduphobia Tracker)

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“Deceitful, Orthodox, And Never A Mahatma”, Ambedkar’s Unflinching Critique Of Gandhi

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“Deceitful, Orthodox, And Never A Mahatma”, Ambedkar’s Unflinching Critique Of Gandhi

Dr BR Ambedkar, a towering intellectual and social reformer, remains a prominent voice of dissent against the glorification of MK Gandhi as a “Mahatma.” In a candid interview with the BBC in 1955, Ambedkar dismantled the mythos surrounding Gandhi, offering a perspective grounded in his personal experiences and ideological clashes with the man he referred to as an “orthodox Hindu.” Ambedkar’s refusal to recognize Gandhi as “Mahatma” was not merely rhetorical—it stemmed from deep-seated disagreements on critical issues of caste, equality, and political representation.

Gandhi – An “Episode,” Not An Epoch-Maker

Ambedkar began by expressing his astonishment at the Western world’s fascination with Gandhi. He characterized Gandhi as “an episode in the history of India” rather than an epoch-maker, arguing that his relevance was artificially sustained through annual Congress-led commemorations. Without these, Ambedkar believed, Gandhi’s memory would have faded from the public consciousness. He said, So far as India is concerned, in my judgment, he was an episode in the history of India, never an epoch-maker. Gandhi has already vanished from the memory of the people of this country. His memory is kept up because the Congress party annually gives holidays, has celebrations for seven days in a week. Naturally, people’s memory is revived. But if this artificial respiration were not given, I think Gandhi would be long forgotten.”

Exposing Gandhi’s “Double-Dealing”

One of Ambedkar’s most scathing critiques was directed at what he perceived as Gandhi’s duplicity. He accused Gandhi of presenting different faces to different audiences, criticizing him for deceitful behavior: “If you read these two papers, you will see how Mr. Gandhi was deceiving the people. In the English newspaper, he posed himself as an opponent of the caste system and untouchability, and as a democrat. But if you read his Gujarati magazine, you will see him as a more orthodox man, supporting the caste system and the varnaashrama dharma.”

Ambedkar pointed out that the Western world, primarily reading Gandhi’s English writings, was oblivious to the contradictions in his Gujarati publications. He urged biographers to analyze Gandhi’s dual narratives, “Someone ought to write Mr. Gandhi’s biography by making a comparative study of the statements he made in Harijan and those in his Gujarati paper. All the biographies that have been written of him are based on his English writings, not upon his Gujarati writings.”

The Poona Pact: A Clash Of Ideologies

Ambedkar’s most direct confrontation with Gandhi came during the Poona Pact negotiations. He recounted: “The British government, in the original award, accepted my suggestion to give separate electorates to the Scheduled Castes. Gandhi didn’t want us to send our true representatives. He went on a fast, saying he would die if the award was implemented.”

Ambedkar critiqued Gandhi’s simplistic view of social harmony – “For five years, we live separately from the Hindus, with no kind of social or spiritual intercourse. What can one day of common participation in an election do to remove these hardened crusts of separatism that have grown for centuries?”

Ambedkar eventually compromised, proposing primary elections among Scheduled Castes before the general election. However, he remained skeptical of Gandhi’s intentions, asserting, “Gandhi’s object was that we should not get free independent representatives. It was just his whim. I refused to sacrifice the interests of my people to save his life.”

Gandhi’s Limited Vision For Untouchables

Ambedkar lambasted Gandhi’s focus on symbolic reforms like temple entry, dismissing them as inconsequential, “Nobody cares about Hindu temples now. The untouchables have become so conscious of the fact that temple-going is of no consequence at all. Whether you went to the temple or did not go to the temple, you would still live in untouchable quarters just the same.”

He highlighted Gandhi’s lack of commitment to addressing systemic inequalities, “Mr. Gandhi was totally opposed to giving us equal opportunities to hold high offices so that we could protect our own people. His focus was only on removing untouchability, not on uplifting the Scheduled Castes to the level of other classes.”

“Never A Mahatma”

Ambedkar’s refusal to call Gandhi “Mahatma” was rooted in his belief that Gandhi lacked the moral and social dynamism to earn such a title. Ambedkar described Gandhi as a shrewd politician rather than a saintly figure, asserting that Gandhi’s actions were often guided by personal whims and political maneuvering. He stated, “As a politician, he was never a Mahatma. I refused to call him Mahatma. I never in my life called him Mahatma. He didn’t deserve that title—not even from the point of his morality.”

Ambedkar’s critique extended beyond politics, pointing to Gandhi’s inconsistent morality and lack of genuine reformist zeal.

Ambedkar’s assessment of Gandhi offers a compelling counter-narrative to the mainstream veneration of the “Father of the Nation.” By exposing Gandhi’s contradictions and limitations, Ambedkar highlighted the complexities of India’s struggle for social justice and independence. His refusal to bestow the title of “Mahatma” on Gandhi underscores his commitment to an uncompromising vision of equality and empowerment for the oppressed. In Ambedkar’s eyes, true greatness lay not in rhetoric or symbolic gestures but in transformative action—an ideal he tirelessly pursued throughout his life.

(With inputs from Velivada)

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How Congress Scion Rahul Gandhi Allegedly Disrespected Ambedkar Not Once But Twice

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How Congress Scion Rahul Gandhi Allegedly Disrespected Ambedkar Not Once But Twice

Amid the ongoing controversy regarding Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s edited video circulated by the Congress, one must look back at a viral video, that came out on 18 December 2024, showing Congress leader Rahul Gandhi allegedly refusing to pay respects to Dr. BR Ambedkar. This had stirred fresh political controversy, intensifying the ongoing clash between the Congress and BJP.

In the video, Gandhi is seen honoring Shivaji Maharaj’s bust, but when it comes to Ambedkar’s portrait, he places the garland down and moves on to the third portrait, leading to accusations that he snubbed the Dalit icon.

The video quickly became a focal point in the broader debate triggered by Shah’s controversial statement about Ambedkar, made during his Constitution Day speech in the Rajya Sabha. Shah had remarked, “It has become a fashion to say Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar. If they had taken God’s name that many times, they would have reached heaven.” His comments have sparked protests from opposition parties, especially the Congress, which accuses the BJP of undermining the legacy of the architect of the Indian Constitution.

In October 2024, Rahul Gandhi faced backlash after a photo surfaced showing Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s picture placed on the floor during a meeting with representatives of the Valmiki community at his mother Sonia Gandhi’s residence. The incident occurred during Gandhi’s visit for Valmiki Jayanti on 17 October 2024.

While Gandhi had publicly praised Ambedkar, his photo’s image carelessly positioned on the ground sparked outrage. Critics accused him of disrespecting Ambedkar’s legacy, especially in honoring Maharishi Valmiki, leading to accusations of hypocrisy and disrespect toward the architect of the Indian Constitution.

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‘File FIR, Why Create Social Disharmony Through Social Media?’ Allahabad HC Questions Alleged Fact-Checker Mohammed Zubair’s Intentions

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'File FIR, Why Create Social Disharmony Through Social Media?' Allahabad HC Questions Alleged Fact-Checker Mohammed Zubair's Intentions

The Allahabad High Court has criticized Mohammed Zubair, co-founder of Alt News and self-proclaimed fact-checker, for his motives behind the social media posts related to an alleged speech by Yati Narsinghanand. The court questioned why Zubair used the microblogging site X instead of filing a case, accusing him of inciting “social disharmony.” This came in response to a plea filed by Zubair challenging the FIR, which accuses him of promoting enmity through his posts.

A division bench, led by Justice Siddhartha Varma and Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra, observed that Zubair’s actions contributed to social unrest. Justice Varma commented, “If this person (Narsinghanand) is making controversial statements, shouldn’t you file an FIR rather than escalate the situation?” He added, “If you don’t like the speech, file an FIR, instead of using social media to create further unrest.”

Justice Varma expressed frustration that Zubair had chosen social media to amplify the alleged speech instead of pursuing legal channels. He remarked, “Come to the court. Why create social disharmony through social media? A glance at your tweet shows you are inciting unrest.” Zubair’s lawyer argued that Zubair was exercising his “constitutional right to freedom of speech” by highlighting the speech, claiming he was unaware of the FIR filed against Narsinghanand just hours before his post.

Justice Varma was unconvinced by the defence, questioning whether social media could replace legal actions. He asked, “Is there any law that permits someone to use Twitter instead of approaching the court?”

The Uttar Pradesh Additional Advocate General (AAG) argued that Zubair had distorted Narsinghanand’s remarks to provoke unrest. The AAG noted that freedom of speech is not absolute and can be limited under Article 19(2) of the Constitution. He also informed the court that a lookout notice had been issued against Zubair.

FIR Against Zubair

The FIR against Zubair was filed following a complaint from Udita Tyagi, the general secretary of the Yati Narsinghanand Saraswati Trust. Tyagi accused Zubair of spreading enmity through his social media posts, particularly a tweet on October 3rd that featured edited clips of Narsinghanand’s speech, intended to incite violence.

Previously, on 3 December 2024, a bench led by Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Prashant Kumar had declined to hear the case, referring it to another bench. The FIR includes charges under Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for endangering India’s sovereignty, unity, and integrity, following Zubair’s tweet. Tyagi’s complaint further alleges that Zubair’s post, featuring manipulated video clips of Narsinghanand’s controversial remarks about Prophet Muhammad, incited extremist views against the priest.

Tyagi also accused Zubair, along with Asaduddin Owaisi and Arshad Madani, of inciting violent protests at Dasna Devi Mandi. The complaint led to charges under various sections of the BNS, including inciting animosity on religious grounds, creating false evidence, and defamation. Section 152 was later added to the FIR. The next hearing is scheduled for 20 December 2024.

(With Inputs From Live Law)

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“A Madman, Scoundrel, Turns A Thug”: BJP Leader SG Suryah Slams Rahul Gandhi Over The Latter Allegedly Pushing BJP MP Pratap Sarangi

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BJP Leader SG Suryah Slams Rahul Gandhi Over The Latter Allegedly Pushing BJP MP Pratap Sarangi

Tensions erupted in Parliament on 19 December 2024 following an altercation between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and BJP MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi amid ongoing protests over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s alleged remarks on Dr BR Ambedkar. Sarangi alleged that he was injured after Gandhi pushed another MP, causing the MP to fall on him. The incident occurred as protests intensified between BJP and INDIA bloc MPs, who were demonstrating over Shah’s speech, which Congress claimed disrespected Ambedkar, the father of the Indian Constitution.

Sarangi, who represents Balasore in Odisha, was standing near the stairs when the incident occurred. He reported that while near the stairs, another MP fell on him after being pushed by Rahul Gandhi, leading to a head injury. Sarangi was later taken to the hospital for treatment.

In his defense, Gandhi explained that he was trying to enter Parliament when BJP MPs attempted to block him. He asserted that the jostling was part of his effort to enter the building, claiming, “BJP MPs were trying to stop me, push me, and threaten me.” He added that the central issue at hand was the BJP’s alleged attack on the Constitution and Ambedkar’s memory.

The political drama unfolded in front of Makar Dwar, as BJP MPs were protesting Congress’ actions, with slogans like “Ambedkar showed us the path, Congress misled” and “Babasaheb Ambedkar ji ka apmaan nahi chalega.” Sarangi’s injury and the altercation drew attention as Rahul Gandhi later approached him, who was being treated by doctors. During this time, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey accused Gandhi of engaging in rowdy behavior, shouting, “Don’t you feel ashamed? You are engaging in rowdyism.” Rahul Gandhi responded by engaging in a heated exchange with BJP leaders before leaving the scene.

It is noteworthy that Sarangi, an MP from Odisha, is someone coming from the humblest backgrounds. In July 2021, he was appointed as the Union Minister of State for the Ministries of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying. Additionally, he played a significant role in establishing schools across numerous tribal villages in the Balasore and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha under the Gana Shiksha Mandir Yojana. The 69-year-old has held various important positions throughout his political career.

BJP State Secretary SG Suryah took to his X handle to slam Congress scion Rahul Gandhi over the issue. He wrote, “It is highly condemnable that a madman @RahulGandhi, who cannot win in the People’s Assembly and has been chased away by Indians in the 89 elections held in India in the last 10 years, clinging to office in the name of his grandfather, grandmother, and father, has become a rowdy in Parliament and attacked a BJP MP @pcsarangi. I request the Prime Minister @narendramodi

to make arrangements to immediately provide appropriate treatment to the rowdy #ராகுல்காந்தி, who is mentally disturbed due to continuous defeats and being ostracized by Indians in every election!”

(With inputs from Times Of India)

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NCERT Had A Cartoon In School Textbooks During UPA Era Disrespecting Ambedkar, Was Removed Later

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NCERT Had A Cartoon In School Textbooks During UPA Era Disrespecting Ambedkar, Was Removed Later

While the Congress hypocritically accuses the Centre of being disrespectful to Dr BR Ambedkar, let us take a look at an instance from the UPA era when the Congress disrespected Ambedkar, mocked him, and even ensured it was in textbooks!

In May 2012, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) decided to remove the controversial Ambedkar-Nehru cartoon from the Class XI political science textbooks. The decision came after the Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry issued directions to withdraw the cartoon, which had been part of the “Indian Constitution at Work” textbook since 2006.

The cartoon, created by renowned political cartoonist Shankar in 1948, depicted Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chairman of the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution, riding a snail, with Jawaharlal Nehru standing behind him holding a whip. The image sparked widespread debate, particularly in Parliament, and led to the decision to remove it from future editions of the textbook.

NCERT confirmed that the cartoon would no longer appear in the textbooks starting next year. While books already printed for that year could not be withdrawn from circulation, it was stated that future editions would omit the controversial cartoon.

The inclusion of the cartoon had been intended to make the textbook more visually appealing and accessible to students, in line with the national curriculum framework, which emphasized making education more engaging and enjoyable. However, the cartoon had been interpreted by some as disrespectful to Ambedkar, leading to its eventual removal from the curriculum.

The decision marked the end of a six-year run for the cartoon in educational materials, which had allegedly never been meant to be derogatory to Ambedkar or the drafting committee.

(With inputs from Times Of India)

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How Telangana Congress Allegedly Disrespected BR Ambedkar & Neglected Dalit Welfare

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How Telangana Congress Allegedly Disrespected BR Ambedkar & Neglected Dalit Welfare

While the Congress hypocritically accuses the centre of being disrespectful to Dr BR Ambedkar, let us take a look at an instance from the recent past when the Telangana Congress in actuality disrespected Ambedkar and his values.

In a stark display of neglect, the Congress government in Telangana came under fire for disrespecting Dr. BR Ambedkar and undermining his legacy, particularly on his death anniversary on 6 December 2024. The government’s failure to honor Ambedkar’s contributions drew sharp criticism from various quarters, especially regarding the world’s tallest 125-foot statue of Ambedkar near Tank Bund, which was installed during the previous BRS government.

It is reported that the statue, a symbol of the recognition given to Ambedkar, had been abandoned, with public access to it restricted by the Congress administration. Despite being a prominent figure in Indian history, Ambedkar’s statue is said to have been left in neglect, with reports stating that the Congress government neither cleaned nor garlanded the statue on Ambedkar’s death anniversary.

This lack of respect for Ambedkar’s memory is not limited to the statue. The Congress government’s approach has been criticized for disregarding Dalit welfare, with actions such as canceling cheques issued under the Dalit Bandhu scheme, halting Ambedkar Overseas Scholarships, and neglecting tribal welfare programs. Additionally, promises made under the Ambedkar Abhayahastham initiative were alleged to have failed to materialize, leaving many Dalit Bandhu beneficiaries facing legal challenges for seeking the funds they were promised.

The Congress has also been accused of a historical pattern of disrespecting Ambedkar’s ideology, both during his lifetime and after his death. This lack of commitment to social justice has raised questions about the government’s priorities, particularly in relation to its treatment of marginalized communities.

The controversy has deepened with the upcoming inauguration of a redesigned Telangana Thalli statue, which critics argue is an attempt by the Congress to erase Telangana’s cultural identity. The statue, which was created after consultations with poets, artists, and intellectuals during the statehood movement, is now being redesigned in a manner that some see as an insult to the aspirations of the people who fought for Telangana’s statehood.

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