While all men are born as equals, to say that Brahmins alone are the highest and all others are low as Pariah (the Untouchables) or Panchama is sheer nonsense. It is roguish to say so. It is a big hoax played on us.
Periyar E. V. RamasamyA male has the right to wander about as he pleases. He has the right to marry any number of girls. This practice has led to prostitution.
Periyar E. V. RamasamyBecause our ladies mostly attend Kalatshepams, (Religious discourses) they have fallen prey to the superstitions, blind beliefs, and immorality by the false and fictituous propaganda of the Brahmins.
Periyar E. V. RamasamyMoney lending is a horrible profession. If we are to call it otherwise it is lawful plundering.
Periyar E. V. Ramasamy