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The word 'Sudra' which means 'Son of prostitute' should…

“The word 'Sudra' which means 'Son of prostitute' should not find a place even in the history hereafter. We will not allow it to find a place in the dictionary or encycl” quote by Periyar E. V. Ramasamy
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“The word 'Sudra' which means 'Son of prostitute' should not find a place even in the history hereafter. We will not allow it to find a place in the dictionary or encycl”

Periyar E. V. Ramasamy

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He opposes the term “Sudra” because it degrades women and should be erased from future records.

In simple terms: Reject demeaning labels.

Key Takeaway

Eliminate harmful language.

Themes

social justice gender equality language activism

Mood

determined critical

Type

activist philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education curricula
  • media reporting
  • legal documents

Key Concepts

caste system historical revisionism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies revise harmful terminology?
  • What impact does language have on dignity?
A Different Perspective

Changing entrenched terminology is difficult.

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