Without Phules, India would not have had a feminist movement: Kancha Ilaiah on ‘Phule’ controversy

Like our journalism? Become a subscriber: https://www.thenewsminute.com/subscri... Or contribute to our reporting fund: https://rzp.io/l/reporting-fund The Central Board of Film Certification’s recent recommendations to the movie ‘Phule’ has garnered a lot of controversy. The CBFC has recommended changes to the movie based on 19th century social reformers and anti-caste activists Jyotirba and Savitribai Phule. This movie and by extension the push away from recognising and honouring Indian history and anti-caste discourse prompts a discussion. Who were the Phules and why is a feminist movement in India unimaginable without them? Dr Kancha Ilaiah discusses all this in a detailed interview with TNM’s Anjana Meenakshi. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to The News Minute, your go-to source for impactful stories from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana. Our videos dive deep into Politics, Society, Education, Health, Law, Policy, Entertainment, Pop Culture, and Lifestyle, bringing you in-depth coverage of the issues that matter most in south India. From immersive storytelling and exclusive interviews to sharp analysis and documentaries, our reporters—deeply rooted in the region—bring you unparalleled access to local stories and insights. Look south, think TNM. Subscribe to The News Minute: https://www.thenewsminute.com/subscri... Support TNM studio fund: https://pages.razorpay.com/tnm-studio Follow and engage with us on social media: Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP... Twitter: https://x.com/thenewsminute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewsminu... Facebook:   / thenewsminute