Yaavarum kelir book12/20/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() The only criteria was being a Shaivaite,” Murugan recalls. The followers of Lord Shiva were considered equals then. ![]() “The Bakthi literature period is the most important to be noted here. Murugan recalls how the literary texts, even the Ramayanam written in Tamil by Kambar, are anti-caste. Our literary books and poems, written even before 15th century talk against caste,” author Perumal Murugan told THE WEEK. The anti-caste movement did not begin with Periyar. ‘Yadhum oorey yavarum kelir’ - this verse is against varnasarma dharma and sanatana dharma. “Sanskrit and Brahmin hegemony have always been criticised in the Tamil space. Incidentally, this has been one of the favourite verses quoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Ancient poet Kaniyan Poongunranar’s popular quote from Purananuru, “ Yaadhum Oorey Yaavarum Kelir,” (meaning all places in the universe are our place) defines the idea of equality and universal friendship. Tamil literature and the various movements for centuries have always weaved together politics, people’s issues, and Tamil's way of life. Though caste continues to be practised in every nook and corner of the state, when it comes to politics, and voting, the Tamil mindset has been against the views propagated by sanatan dharma. Tamil Nadu and Tamil culture, according to Tamil literary experts and social critiques, is always opposed to sanatan dharma and the rigid caste system. However, Udhayanidhi’s comments have only added strength to the deep-rooted anti-caste movement in Tamil Nadu. Multiple complaints have been filed against the DMK scion, and security outside his house has been increased. The ruling BJP and the Hindutva forces across the country have accused DMK of being “anti-Hindu.” The remarks have turned out to be an irritant in the INDIA alliance. Tamil Nadu Sports Minister and DMK scion Udhayanidhi Stalin’s comments on sanatana dharma had stoked a huge controversy. ![]()
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