A religious remarks made by a student during a science exhibition in Chamarajanagar, Karnataka, has sparked widespread controversy and outrage. The incident, captured in a viral video, has raised serious concerns about the kind of education being imparted in private schools and the influence of religious beliefs in academic settings.
In the video, the student presents two dolls—one dressed in a burqa and the other in short clothes. The burqa-clad doll is placed in a coffin adorned with flowers, while the other doll is placed in a coffin filled with snakes and scorpions. The student’s statement, “If you wear a burqa, nothing happens to the body after death. But if you wear short clothes, you will go to hell, and snakes and scorpions will eat your body,” has drawn sharp criticism for its divisive nature.
The student also referred to Islamic scripture, stating that a man who allows his wife to not wear a burqa is a “dayyus” (cuckold). These controversial remarks have led to a flood of condemnation, with many questioning how such statements were allowed in an educational environment.
Social media users quickly tagged Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, and the Director General of Police, urging swift action and an investigation into the incident.
In response, authorities have confirmed that a probe is underway. Rajendra Raje Urs, Deputy Director of Public Instruction (DDPI) for Chamarajanagar, assured the public that the context of the remarks would be carefully reviewed before drawing conclusions. He stressed that understanding the full context was crucial for appropriate action.
This incident has sparked a larger debate about the role of religious influence in schools and the responsibility of educational institutions in shaping students’ beliefs and attitudes.