Prominent religious figures in Kerala sparked debate this week after calling for the abolition of shirtless entry into temples. The discussion has also taken a political turn with the BJP and Congress lambasting Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for endorsing a ban.
How did the debate begin?
Discussion about the practice started earlier this week as Swami Satchidananda — head of the renowned Sivagiri Mutt — dubbed it a social evil. The monk also called for the practice to be abolished while addressing the Sivagiri Pilgrimage conference on Tuesday. The remark also prompted an endorsement from Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan — sparking a heated a political debate.
Discussion about the practice started earlier this week as Swami Satchidananda — head of the renowned Sivagiri Mutt — dubbed it a social evil. The monk also called for the practice to be abolished while addressing the Sivagiri Pilgrimage conference on Tuesday. The remark also prompted an endorsement from Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan — sparking a heated a political debate.
(With inputs from agencies)
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