Savitri Bai Phule
Link -- Dnyanajyoti Savitribai Phule - I
A Matang student of Savitribai called Mukta had written an
autobiographical essay, in 1855 when she was merely 14 years old. This
essay is so important; it can be considered a superior milestone in the
history of Marathi literature. It could well mark the beginning of
modern Dalit literature. She writes, "These 'ladukhau' (sweetmeats
gobbling) Brahmans say that the Vedas are their monopoly. The
non-Brahmans are not allowed the right to study the Vedas. Does this not
prove that we are without religion since we have no opportunity to even
look at the religious texts? Oh God, please let us know soon which
religion coming from you we should follow so that we can make
arrangements thereof."
No comments:
Post a Comment