What's your ism? ‘Time to revise theoretical positions’: D Raja on communists, caste, Buddha
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Apr 19, 2024 
D Raja, General secretary of the Communist Party of India, discusses the need to revise theoretical positions for communist revolution in India, the role of BR Ambedkar and Buddha in shaping his ideology, and the separate existence of CPI and CPIM. He explores the importance of unity for opposition parties in India, international relations and ideologies, and lessons in compassion inspired by personal experiences. The podcast delves into Marxism, Buddhism, and Ambedkar for social emancipation, as well as reflections on class struggle and cultural revolution for unity and collaboration.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Challenges Faced by Opposition Parties in India
05:21 • 5min
Unifying Icons and Ideological Divisions
10:39 • 23min
Examining International Relations and Ideologies
33:55 • 24min
Lesson in Compassion and Humanity Inspired by Personal Experience
57:31 • 2min
Marxism, Buddhism, and Ambedkar for Social Emancipation
59:06 • 16min
Reflections on Class Struggle and Cultural Revolution for Unity and Collaboration
01:15:01 • 3min