Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Lord Ram and Goddess Sita used to drink every afternoon; Rationalist KS Bhagwan sparks controversy

Date:

Mandya (Karnataka): KS Bhagwan, a writer and popular rationalist from Karnataka, has made an objectionable remark against Lord Rama and Sita Devi. KS Bhagwan’s statement that Lord Rama and Goddess Sita used to drink every afternoon.

KS Bhagavan said that Valmiki had said this in the Ramayana and that it was not his personal opinion. The controversial statement was made while speaking at a public event in Mandya.

Bhagavan also tried to justify his claim by saying that Lord Rama’s main activity in the afternoon was to sit and drink wine with Sita.

This is not the first time KS Bhagavan has insulted Lord Rama. In the book ‘Rama Mandira Yake Beda’, the writer had made objectionable remarks against Lord Rama.

Some Hindu organizations widely protested against this remark. The woman lawyer also filed a case in the Bengaluru court against repeatedly questioning the existence of Lord Rama.

Related articles

Jaishankar says today’s India able to bridge North-South divide, East-West polarisation; seen as solution provider

New Delhi: During its G20 presidency this year, India was able to bridge the North-South divide and East-West...

Joshimath disaster: Govt agencies against financial aid to household without valid land-ownership document

New Delhi: Financial assistance should not be provided if the affected households in the subsidence-hit region of Joshimath...

Diplomatic row will not impact military ties; we will continue defence cooperation with India: Canadian Army Vice Chief

New Delhi: The ongoing diplomatic row between India and Canada is not going to adversely impact the bilateral...

India’s diplomacy touched new heights in last 30 days: PM Modi

New Delhi:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India's diplomacy touched new heights in the last 30...