India, Aug. 25 -- LUCKNOW Apni Janata Party chief and former Uttar Pradesh minister Swami Prasad Maurya, who was at the centre of a controversy due to statements against a few verses of the Ramcharitmanas in the past, has now said that he is not against the Brahmin community, but opposes the system which promotes untouchability and casteism in the society.

Maurya, who launched the digital platform of his party and addressed Bhagidari Mahasammelan in Lucknow on Sunday, said that he doesn't believe in abusing anyone. He also said he will continue to stand against objectionable remarks about Dalits, tribals, backwards and women.

Speaking to HT on the allegations of him being labelled "anti-Brahmin", he said, "I want to make it clear once a...