A statue of 9th-century ruler Raja Mihir Bhoj has become a point of contention between Rajputs and Gurjars in India, with both communities claiming his legacy. The dispute has led to protests, resignations, and political tension in states like Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. The battle over Mihir Bhoj s heritage is expected to have political ramifications in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Historians argue that caste identities should not be superimposed on history, and politicians should leave such matters to historians. However, the issue continues to be exploited for political gain. | Latest News India
Calling Prithviraj Chauhan A Gurjar King Is An Act Of Identity Grabbing: Rajput Body
A few Gurjar groups have threatened to not permit the screening of Akshay Kumar-starrer movie ‘Prithviraj’, if the emperor is depicted as a Rajput king.
Jeevan Prakash Sharma 12 July 2021, Last Updated at 10:39 am Twitter Jeevan Prakash Sharma 2021-07-12T10:30:40+05:30 Calling Prithviraj Chauhan A Gurjar King Is An Act Of Identity Grabbing: Rajput Body outlookindia.com 2021-07-12T10:39:13+05:30
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