Chamarajanagar, Oct. 25 -- Asserting that the nation can truly prosper only when anchored in wisdom, equality, and social justice, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday stated that society must discard caste considerations and instead prioritise knowledge.

Speaking at the International Buddhist Mahasammelan held in Chamarajanagar, the Karnataka Chief Minister said, "We don't need a society that asks caste. We need a society that asks knowledge. Buddha is a symbol of knowledge; Ambedkar is a symbol of social justice. Only if three lights - Buddha, Basava and Ambedkar - shine, India can shine."

"I don't believe in caste. I believe only in principles. Buddha Guru said power should be for serving people, not for one person. Our g...