Annamalai rejects Periyar's atheistic policies, anti-Brahmin ideologies

K Annamalai on Periyar: Supports Social Reform, Rejects Anti-Brahmin and Atheist Ideology

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has clarified his views on EV Ramasamy Periyar, saying that while he acknowledges the social reformer's take on caste and women's rights, it does not mean he agrees with the whole of Periyar's ideology.Annamalai's comments follow criticism from some of his social media followers after his post marking the 147th birth anniversary of the Dravidian leader

Annamalai backs Periyar's social reform, rejects atheism and anti-Brahminism

K Annamalai said he values Periyar's social reform work but rejects his atheism and anti-Brahminism. The remarks sharpen the BJP's ideological pitch in Tamil Nadu while reviving its promise on temple-side statues.

Annamalai rejects Periyar's atheistic policies, anti-Brahmin ideologies

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai said he rejects Periyars atheistic and anti-Brahmin ideologies while acknowledging the Dravidian stalwarts contributions to womens empowerment and caste eradication. Pointing to what he called “numerous contradictions” in Periyars history, Annamalai also reiterated that statues carrying atheistic inscriptions outside Hindu temples would be respectfully relocated if the BJP comes to power in Tamil Nadu.

Annamalai rejects Periyar’s anti-Brahmin views, vows inclusive party

K Annamalai rejected Periyar EV Ramasamy’s atheistic and anti-Brahmin ideology while backing his views on women’s liberation and caste eradication.