IIT Bombay has reduced penalties for students involved in an ‘offensive’ play performed during a cultural event. Fines for graduating students were halved, while hostel suspensions for junior students were reduced to six months. The play, based on the Ramayana, drew complaints for portraying lead characters derogatorily, sparking debates on artistic freedom and religious sentiments.
IIT-Bombay relaxes punishment of 8 over ‘offensive’ play
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