#FreedomofArt #should not be an insult.
The controversial image included in the Suvarna Keralam lottery ticket is evidence of the irresponsible approach of the government agencies. It is not possible to escape by saying that releasing an image that resembles religious symbols through the public system when it is clear that the sentiments of believers will be hurt.
If even images prepared by institutions including the Lalitha Kala Akademi are used without any verification, it is a systemic failure. The government's failure to detect hidden agendas that insult beliefs under the guise of "freedom of art" is a serious failure. It is unlikely that the public will accept the argument that this is not deliberate.
There is a strong suspicion that such incidents are repeated because some people are acting secretly and are receiving the tacit consent of the government. An approach that takes blasphemy lightly will only create unrest and polarization in the society.
If today there is an image that is accused of being a Hindu symbol, tomorrow there will be controversies targeting other religions as well. Therefore, it is imperative to identify the people behind the picture and the officials who approved it and take strict action. Otherwise, the government that claims to be secular will become a mechanism that hurts the minds of believers and will lead to serious political and social consequences.
-K. A. Solaman
(The picture given here is not from the lottery ticket)
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