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BJP's Nainar Nagenthran accuses TVK of religious politics in Assembly
The Hindu··31 Aug
BJP Tamil Nadu president Nainar Nagenthran accused the TVK government of allowing religious politics into the Assembly, alleging the dignity of the House was compromised. He criticised Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar for identifying with a religion while seeking reservation for that community. He cited Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson quoting Bible verses while presenting the budget.
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What It Means For You
- Nagenthran urged the Speaker and TVK Ministers to refrain from bringing personal caste and religious matters into the Assembly.
- He said bringing religious beliefs into proceedings could undermine the legislature's dignity and create an impression of favouritism.
- He posted his criticism on social media platform X on Saturday.
What's Happening
- Nagenthran alleged Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay had projected the TVK government as one prioritising minorities since assuming office.
- He said the Speaker's constitutional position required remaining above caste and religious considerations.
- He stated he was not questioning anyone's personal religious beliefs in his criticism.
What Nagenthran Said About Assembly Neutrality
- Nagenthran is BJP State president in Tamil Nadu.
- He referred to Ministers bringing religious references into Assembly proceedings.
- He called on the Speaker and TVK Ministers to uphold the neutrality and dignity of the House.
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