Let's celebrate the 145th Birth Anniversary of Thanthai Periyar, a staunch rationalist who rebelled against Brahminical hegemony, caste & patriarchy.
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🧵Thread Prepared by @lokeshbag67 @SanjayKumarKHR
#PeriyarBirthAnniversary
#SocialJusticeDay
We've handpicked 10 impactful quotes
🧵Thread Prepared by @lokeshbag67 @SanjayKumarKHR
#PeriyarBirthAnniversary
#SocialJusticeDay
Periyar on Merit and Efficiency.(1/10)
Brahmin Hypocrisy Exposed: Periyar's Fiery Revelation of Carnivorous Ancestry.(2/10)
Periyar's Stand on Religion as a Barrier to Birth Control in India.(3/10)
Periyar's Unwavering Commitment to Justice and Progress Despite Challenges.(4/10)
People's Desire for Male Children: Periyar's Critique of Traditional Beliefs & Discrimination.(5/10)
Periyar's Challenge to Traditional Beliefs on Marriage Age.(6/10)
The Controversial Portrayal of Buddhism in Ramayana, Nalayira Prabhandham and Thevaram: Periyar's Critique.(7/10)
The Brahmin Priests' Manipulative Role in Rituals and Social Hierarchy: Periyar's Critical View.(8/10)
Decline of Rationality and Education: Periyar's Sharp Critique of Intellectual Decay.(9/10)
Championing Rationalism: Periyar's Uncompromising Fight for Logic.(10/10)
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