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RMS on the evils of Indian Hindu caste stystem

by reeves23423 on 9/16/19, 12:13 PM with 3 comments

  • by devnonymous on 9/16/19, 12:42 PM

    Firstly, this isn't exactly news. Hindu texts are full of examples of not just the caste system but all variety of ills and discrimination.

    Secondly, this one passage is an obscure reference. Contrast this for example against the story of Eklavya[1].

    Thirdly, this should be seen in the context of story-telling (ie: in the context of mythological fantasy rather than 'endorsement' of any sort)

    Fouthly, there isn't one authoritative Ramayana, there are more like 300+[2]

    Finally, why does it even matter what RMS cites (doesn't even comment on) ...not even from a primary source ?

    Is the fact that these examples exist only interesting because RMS cites it ?

    What's the motive behind sharing this ? Both by RMS and by the OP ?

    [1] * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ekalavya * https://velivada.com/2017/04/27/dalit-history-month-eklavya-...

    [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Versions_of_Ramayana