Article 69P32 This 16th-century epic poem sparks political controversy in India

This 16th-century epic poem sparks political controversy in India

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Sushmita Pathak
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Story ImageIn recent months, a 16th-century epic religious poem has ignited a political storm in India, after several officials said it was offensive to women and those at the bottom of India's religious caste hierarchy. As the country heads toward general elections next year, some say that different parties are using the poem to appeal to various voters.
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