From ultra left to campaigner for Tamil Brahmins
K. S. Pandiarajan, a Madurai lawyer, experienced a rift with the CPI(ML) in the 1980s after being passed over for leadership despite his long-standing commitment. He alleges that he was told his Brahmin heritage disqualified him, prompting his departure from the party. He believes this caste discrimination was unique to Tamil Nadu and contradicts the party's stated principles of inclusivity.
17 APR 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
From ultra left to campaigner for Tamil Brahmins
— The Hindu
K. S. Pandiarajan, a Madurai lawyer, left the CPI(ML) after being passed over for leadership due to his Brahmin heritage, according to his claims.
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