Manthana means churning, like the churning of an ocean of thoughts. We share our churnings on current affairs through dimensions of our culture, heritage, and dharma — and present our understanding. Each discussion comes with a Hindi and an English telling.
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Continuing our discussions on the origins of the Official Language Debate in India, this time we take up the view of Babasaheb B R Ambedkar. Listen to the thoughts of a great thinker and social reformer. Hear in his own words, about his thoughts on Hindi, and why he promoted it along with supporting regional languages. Also a brief introduction to Babasaheb and his contribution is included here along with detailed references below.
Check out the origins of the Official Language Debate in India and the resulting political conflict. A well meaning initiative of a Tamil politician got caught up in crossfire of state politics. Listen to the thoughts of one of the greatest Indian politician from Tamilnadu, Chakravarti Rajagopalachari ji. Hear in his own words, about his thoughts on Hindi, and why he promoted it. Also a brief introduction to the first Bharat Ratna, and last Governor General of India - C Rajagopalachari, or simply Raja ji.