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Jun 13, 2024 · Who are the Satnamis, the Dalit religious community with a history of protests. In Chhattisgarh, the Satnami sect is protesting against the government for alleged inaction over the desecration of Jaitkham, a religious site, at Amar Cave in the Baloda Bazar district. Written by Arjun Sengupta. New Delhi | Updated: June 14, 2024 14:27 IST. Follow Us.
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Jun 13, 2024 · Satnamis (believes in God whose name is ‘truth’) are a predominant group within the 11% Scheduled Caste (SC)population in Chhattisgarh and who are believed to be an offshoot of the Ravidassia community. The community was founded on April 21, 1657 by Bir Bhan of Narnaul, Haryana.
Jun 14, 2024 · The Satnami community revived in the mid-eighteenth century in present-day Uttar Pradesh under the leadership of Jagjivandas of Barabanki district. He was said to have been influenced by a disciple of the Sufi mystic Yari Shah (1668–1725).
Jun 11, 2024 · His Satnam Panth succeeded in providing a religious and social identity for large numbers of lower castes people and defied the derogatory treatment by upper-caste Hindus. The community under the leadership of Ghasidas also defied exclusion from Hindu temple worship.
Jun 14, 2024 · It was founded by Guru Ghasidas, a 19 th-century saint, who preached monotheism, believing in one God called Satnam "Truthful Name" and social equality. They've faced challenges in securing land rights, obtaining fair employment opportunities, and accessing education and healthcare encountered social prejudice and haven't had a strong voice in ...
Guru Ghasidas, an 18th century saint, founded the Satnam sect against caste discrimination and superstitions, and to spread the message of social justice and equality.
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Jun 14, 2024 · Members of the Satnami religious sect express outrage over the desecration of the Jaitkham shrine. The shrine, located near Giraud village in Baloda Bazar district, holds significant religious importance as the birthplace of Guru Ghasidas.
