JOURNAL ARTICLE

Assam CM vows to protect Jain monks' procession amid protests by certain groups.

  • Published In: India Together, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

  • Database: Sociology Source Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article from India Together reports on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's commitment to protecting Jain monks' religious procession in the face of protests in Jorhat town. The procession, led by two Jain monks not wearing clothes as per their religious practice, sparked controversy among some residents. While the Chief Minister emphasized the Jain community's values of ahimsa and devotion, protesters expressed concerns about cultural imbalances and demanded intervention from local authorities. The situation highlights tensions between religious freedom and cultural sensitivities in the region. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:India Together. 2025/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:182642978
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