The Breast Tax: Another fake Hinduphobic story| Dr. Premendra Priyadarshi | #SangamTalks

In this YouTube video, historical claims surrounding the alleged breast tax imposed by Hindu King Marthanda Varma in Travancore have been meticulously debunked. The narrative, often linked to a mythical story of Nangeli, is revealed to be a manipulated account, with misrepresented photographs and fabricated stories used by various entities, including international communist outfits and external forces, to tarnish the character of the king and exploit the assets of the Padmanabhasvami Temple. The video explores pre-colonization India, emphasizing the cultural acceptance of women not covering their upper bodies in regions like Kerala and Bali. Aesthetics were valued over lust, and the imposition of modesty norms occurred with colonization, shifting perceptions and leading to sexual objectification.

The video explores pre-colonization India, emphasizing the cultural acceptance of women not covering their upper bodies in regions like Kerala and Bali. Aesthetics were valued over lust, and the imposition of modesty norms occurred with colonization, shifting perceptions and leading to sexual objectification. The evolution of clothing norms in Kerala, influenced by colonialism and religious conversions, dispels the myth of a breast tax, revealing that attire changes were more about aligning with Christian practices than oppressive measures.  The benevolent kingdom of Travancore, marked by progressive policies such as the Temple Entry Proclamation in 1936, challenges the historical claims of a breast tax. The video highlights the historical openness and freedom of women in pre-colonization India, where the custom of keeping the upper body uncovered was widespread across all castes without fear of harassment or molestation.

The narrative further explores how the colonization of minds has distorted perceptions of modesty, creating a false sense of obscenity. This shift undermines the essence of Hinduism, which emphasizes the purity of the mind over external appearances. The absence of documented evidence, particularly in revenue records, challenges the validity of historical claims such as the alleged breast tax, emphasizing the need to critically assess and question assertions lacking substantial proof. The video identifies the propagation of false narratives through academic platforms as a strategic aspect of information warfare. It underscores the importance of a counter-effort to promote truth and counteract the influence of unsubstantiated claims that negatively impact Indian society.

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