Controversy Arises Over Ramcharitmanas Recitation in Police Training

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The Communist Party of India (Marxist) has called for action against a senior police official who suggested that trainee officers read the Ramcharitmanas to alleviate homesickness. The CPI(M) claims this directive undermines the secular values enshrined in the Constitution.

Additional Director General of Police (training), Raja Babu Singh, advised the trainees to recite the epic poem chronicling Lord Ram’s life following multiple requests for transfers closer to their homes. However, another official assured that participation in the recitation is not mandatory.

Jaswinder Singh, state secretary of CPI(M), expressed concerns on Saturday, emphasizing that the Constitution guarantees secularism and equal rights for all citizens. He accused state officials of promoting a communal agenda aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), urging the Director General of Police to intervene against what he sees as a conspiracy.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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What is the main reason for the Communist Party of India (Marxist) calling for action against a senior police official?

A. The official suggested trainee officers read the Ramcharitmanas to alleviate homesickness, which they claim undermines secular values. B. The official advised mandatory recitation of the Ramcharitmanas, which is against religious freedom. C. The official requested transfers for trainees closer to their homes, which is seen as favoring certain communities. D. The official promoted a communal agenda aligned with the BJP and RSS without proper intervention from higher authorities.

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