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Madras High Court: Udhayanidhi Stalin's Sanatana Dharma Remarks Fall Under 'Hate Speech' Category

January 21, 2026

The Madras High Court has classified Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks on Sanatana Dharma as hate speech, asserting that they constitute a direct attack on Hinduism. The court's ruling reinforces the legal implications surrounding Stalin's comments, which have drawn significant political backlash in Tamil Nadu.

Madras High Court: Udhayanidhi Stalin's Sanatana Dharma Remarks Fall Under 'Hate Speech' Category

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Madras High Court stated Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks on Sanatana Dharma are hate speech.
The court's decision implies a call for the 'annihilation' of Sanatana Dharma is akin to genocide.
AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan condemned the DMK for divisive politics.
Stalin serves as Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister, overseeing Youth Welfare and Sports Development.
The remarks sparked considerable political controversy and scrutiny in Tamil Nadu.

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Madras High Court: Udhayanidhi Stalin's Sanatana Dharma Remarks Fall Under 'Hate Speech' Category

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