Anuradha Tiwari, CEO of a content marketing company, has ignited a heated online debate following her social media post that read “Brahmin genes.” The controversy began three days ago when Tiwari shared a photo with this caption, sparking both criticism and support.
In her initial post, Tiwari’s reference to “Brahmin genes” quickly escalated into a larger discussion about caste identity and social justice. As reactions poured in, she doubled down on her stance with a series of follow-up posts that further fueled the debate.
On Friday, Tiwari responded to the criticism by asserting that her post was intended to challenge what she perceives as a system that unfairly targets upper castes. “As expected, a mere mention of the word ‘Brahmin’ triggered many inferior beings. Tells a lot about who real casteists are. UCs get nothing from the system—no reservation, no freebies. We earn everything on our own and have every right to be proud of our lineage. So, deal with it,” she wrote.
This post drew a mixed reaction. Supporters agreed with her critique of the reservation system, claiming it is biased against upper castes, while critics accused her of insensitivity and reinforcing caste divisions.
By Saturday, Tiwari’s remarks had intensified. “Proud Dalit/Muslim/Tribal—Okay. Proud Brahmin—Not okay. There is an entire system working to make Brahmins feel guilty for their very existence. Time to change this narrative. Be an unapologetic Brahmin. Wear it on your sleeve. Let the so-called social justice warriors burn,” she stated.
Her comments resonated with some, who felt that there is an unjust stigma associated with being Brahmin. Supporters argued that expressing pride in one’s caste should not be met with hostility.
Conversely, critics accused Tiwari of perpetuating a narrative of superiority. Deepali Singh, an X user, commented, “It is astonishing to see someone flaunting what they call ‘Brahmin genes’ as if that equates to superiority. From this post, it seems more like a display of stupidity than anything else.”
On Sunday, Tiwari continued to voice her concerns about societal attitudes towards Brahmins. “Brahmins today fear revealing their full name. So much hatred has been spread against us. We have been made villains by social justice activists and politicians. We don’t harm anyone. We get no help from the government. We work hard. Why should we be ashamed of our caste?” she wrote.
The debate highlights ongoing tensions surrounding caste identity and social justice in India. While Tiwari’s supporters claim that her posts are a challenge to perceived bias against upper castes, critics argue that her stance exacerbates existing social divides.
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