What Is The Tamil Nadu vs Thamizhagam Row? Explained In 8 Points
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Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi stirred the debate with his remarks on January 4 during an event in Chennai. "Here in Tamil Nadu, a different kind of narrative has been created.
Tamil Nadu or Thamizhagam? A political clash between Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi and the MK Stalin government in the state has revived a debate over the name "Tamil Nadu" and its significance in Dravidian politics.
Governor Ravi stirred the debate with his remarks on January 4 during an event in Chennai. "Here in Tamil Nadu, a different kind of narrative has been created. Everything that applies to the whole of the country, Tamil Nadu will say no. It has become a habit. So many theses have been written - all false and poor fiction. Truth must prevail. Thamizhagam would be a more appropriate word to call it," Mr Ravi said.
The ruling DMK accuses the Governor of making dangerous statements only to push the agenda of the state's opposition BJP and its mentor Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). On the other hand, Mr Ravi claims the ruling party and its allies symbolise Tamil chauvinism in politics. Mr Ravi is seen to be at odds with Dravidian ideology.
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