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Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, a judge at Allahabad High Court stirred a fresh row after claiming that the country will be run as per the wishes of the majority, at an event organised by the legal cell of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP). In his speech, the judge used the term 'Kathmulla' (a term used for orthodox Muslim preachers) terming them dangerous for the country.

Justice Yadav further said that the wellness and happiness of the majority overrides any other and the law operates in accordance with them.

"I have no hesitation in stating that this is Hindustan, and this country will function according to the wishes of the majority living here. This is the law. It is not about speaking as a High Court Judge; rather, the law operates in accordance with the bahusankyak (majority). Consider this in the context of a family or society - only what ensures the welfare and happiness of the majority will be accepted," Justice Yadav said as quoted by Bar and Bench.

Justice Yadav termed extremists against the progress of the country.

"But these kathmullahs... this may not be the right word... but I won't hesitate to say it because they are harmful to the country...they are detrimental, against the nation, and people who incite the public. They are the kind of people who do not want the country to progress, and we need to be cautious of them)," he stated further in his speech.

He stated that one community instils values of kindness and non-violence in its children, fostering tolerance. In contrast, he claimed, expecting tolerance from children in another community is challenging, particularly when they grow up witnessing animal slaughter.

"In our country, we are taught from a young age to respect all living beings, even the smallest animals, and to avoid harming them. This lesson becomes a part of who we are, which is perhaps why we are more tolerant and compassionate, feeling pain when others suffer. But this isn't the case for everyone. In our culture, children are raised with guidance towards God, taught Vedic mantras, and instilled with the values of non-violence. However, in some other cultures, children grow up witnessing the slaughter of animals, which makes it difficult to expect them to develop tolerance and compassion.”