The Federal / by Binoo K John

Ajaz Ashraf underscores how Bhima Koregaon riots, and the subsequent clampdown on leftist leaders, was sparked by various interpretations of Shivaji’s role and his stature in the Marathi consciousnes
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A voice of defiance against the state The 200th anniversary of Bhima Koregaon was the happy hunting ground of many such pro-Maratha organisations, waiting to confront the various Dalit organisations. Bhima Koregaon is the place where, in January 1818, the British army comprising Mahar Dalit soldiers won the battle against Peshwa ruler Baji Rao II.
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