Caste bias a 'blot' on Hindu society: RSS leader Hosabale; calls for behavioural change
The senior RSS leader called for an end to caste discrimination and untouchability, describing them as a “blot” on Hindu society
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has labeled caste-based discrimination as a "blot" on Hindu society, emphasizing that the issue cannot be resolved through laws alone but requires a change in individual behavior. While addressing RSS volunteers at a gathering in Lal Parade Ground, Hosabale also urged for India's rise to benefit humanity rather than seeking dominance over other nations, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's contributions to the country's global stature.
The senior RSS leader called for an end to casteism and untouchability, describing them as incompatible with Hindu culture. He cited the example of Lord Ram accepting berries offered by Shabari in the Ramayana to question the practice of caste discrimination, emphasizing that mistreatment based on caste weakens society. Hosabale stressed that India's 5,000-year-old civilization has repeatedly risen after facing crises, and urged people to contribute to humanity's progress rather than focusing solely on economic or material advancement.
He highlighted the RSS volunteers' participation in relief efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters, stressing that such efforts should involve the entire society. In terms of environmental protection, Hosabale called for people to integrate conservation into their daily lives and urged RSS volunteers to work towards keeping rivers clean and protecting the environment.
The RSS leader also emphasized the importance of achieving material well-being and spiritual happiness in balance, drawing an analogy with the Sun's consistent rise and set.
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