Sahodaran Ayyappan was a prominent social reformer, thinker, and rationalist from Kerala who dedicated his life to eradicating caste-based discrimination and promoting social equality. Born on August 21, 1889, in Cherai, a village near Kochi, Ayyappan was deeply influenced by the teachings of Sree Narayana Guru, a renowned social reformer and spiritual leader . Ayyappan's efforts to challenge the caste system were revolutionary for his time. In 1917, he organized the first inter-caste dining event, known as Misra Bhojanam, where people from different castes, including Dalits, came together to share a meal. This bold move sparked widespread controversy but also inspired others to work towards a more inclusive society. He also founded the Sahodara Sangham (Brotherhood Association) to promote social equality and launched the journal Sahodaran to disseminate his progressive ideas . Ayyappan's advocacy for rationalism and secularism was another significant aspe...
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