Atheist movement in Krishna Theeram

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By Dr G Vijay | THE HANS INDIA | Aug 13,2016 , 11:49 PM IST

India is not only a land of religion, but also of atheism, humanism, rationalism and free-thought. Atheism gained greater social acceptance and respectability and it became an integral part of social life. A number of social reformers challenged orthodoxy and obscurantism.

The atheist movement in South India, particularly in Andhra and Telangana, is a fertile ground for the onward march of atheism and rationalism in the river valleys of the Krishna and Godavari. It was a citadel of the freedom struggle and social reform movements, challenging colonialism, imperialism and the oppressive Nizam rule.

The atheist movement in Andhra is thus unique in its approach and content. It is positive, constructive, and creative in its approach and innovative in its programmes. Atheism evolved as an alternative way of life, and progressive in thought and action.

It fought against caste system and untouchability with democratic approach and egalitarian value system. It champions castelessness and strives for a post-religious society. It became a role model to the world in its commitment.

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