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'Hindu religion is fraud': SP leader Swami Prasad Maurya triggers controversy, says 'SC has said the same thing'

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 26 December 2023
Samajwadi Party leader Swami Prasad Maurya sparks controversy with comments on Hinduism, referring to Supreme Court, RSS chief Bhagwat, and PM Modi. He states that Hinduism is a deceit, not a religion, and a means of livelihood for some. Maurya questions why his remarks cause outrage while others' do not. He accuses Hindu upper classes of exploiting the Bahujan vote bank and canceling reservations. Maurya criticizes those in power for weakening democracy and doing away with reservations. He reiterates his previous statement that Hinduism is a betrayal and a conspiracy against Dalits, tribals, and backward people.
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