Mohan Bhagwat Defends RSS

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has responded to criticism from Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge regarding the organization's unregistered status. Bhagwat stated that the RSS is legally recognized and not required to register, citing the example of Hindu dharma, which is also not registered.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has responded to criticism from Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge regarding the organization's unregistered status. Bhagwat stated that the RSS is legally recognized and not required to register, citing the example of Hindu dharma, which is also not registered.

Officials said the RSS has been operating since 1925 and has been banned thrice, but courts have lifted the ban each time.

Sources confirmed that the RSS pays income tax and has a well-established organizational structure.

Priyank Kharge Seeks Financial Disclosure

Priyank Kharge has written to Mohan Bhagwat, seeking detailed disclosures on the RSS's legal status, finances, organizational structure, and tax compliance. Witnesses said Kharge has been critical of the RSS's lack of transparency and financial disclosure.

Government sources said the RSS operates 4,127 daily shakhas and 1,389 weekly milans, and has a significant influence on Indian politics.

Experts said the RSS's unregistered status raises questions about its accountability and transparency.

RSS's Legal Status and Tax Compliance

Mohan Bhagwat has defended the RSS's legal status, stating that it is recognized as a body of individuals and is not required to register.

However, officials said the RSS's unregistered status has raised concerns about its tax compliance and financial disclosure.

Sources confirmed that the RSS has been paying income tax, but its financial records are not publicly available.

Meanwhile, the RSS has been expanding its operations, with 4,127 daily shakhas and 1,389 weekly milans across the country.

Historical Context of RSS

The RSS was founded in 1925, long before India gained independence.

Historians said the organization has played a significant role in Indian politics, with many prominent leaders having been associated with the RSS.

Despite being banned thrice, the RSS has continued to operate and expand its influence.

Government sources said the RSS has been recognized as a legal organization by courts and governments, and has been paying income tax since its inception.

Reactions and Implications

The controversy surrounding the RSS's unregistered status has sparked reactions from various quarters.

Witnesses said many have criticized the RSS's lack of transparency and financial disclosure, while others have defended its right to operate as a private organization.

Experts said the issue has implications for Indian politics, with many questioning the RSS's influence and accountability.

Meanwhile, the RSS has continued to expand its operations, with many seeing it as a significant player in Indian politics.

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