Manjhi’s remarks stir caste pot in Bihar
The Hindu
Coalition allies BJP, JD(U) have maintained cautious silence on his remarks against upper castes
Former Bihar Chief Minister and president of Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) [HAM-S]Jitan Ram Manjhi, has hit headlines recently because of. In caste-ridden Bihar, Mr. Manjhi’s comments have evoked condemnation from Opposition parties for his “uncalled for utterances” but a curious silence from coalition allies.
Coming from the Dalit community, which comprises about 16% of the population in the State, Mr. Manjhi while addressing a gathering of his own Musahar caste on December 19, took on the upper caste Brahmin community. Members of the Brahmin community later protested against his remarks, with some sitting outside his residence to perform puja.
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