The Congress on Tuesday (24 September) lashed out at Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi over his comment labelling secularism as a "European concept," deeming the remark "outrageous and unacceptable." Jairam Ramesh, the Congress general secretary, also called for Ravi's dismissal, referring to him as a "disgrace."

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi said secularism is a European concept evolved after a conflict between the church and the king whereas Bharat is a dharma-centric nation and therefore, it was not part of

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's remark that secularism is an "European concept" has landed him in a controversy, with opposition leaders questioning how such a person has been appointed in such a constitutional post.

The comments made by Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi on secularism has sparked a row with the opposition parties seeking his resignation.

The Opposition on Monday demanded that Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi be sacked for his remark that “secularism is a European concept” and India does not need it. While speaking at an event in Kanyakumari district on Sunday,

CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat condemned Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's remarks on secularism, calling it a shame that he holds such a position. Ravi stated that secularism is a European concept and unnecessary in India.

Speaking at the Hindu Dharma Vidya Peetham convocation in Thiruvattar, Kanyakumari, Ravi questioned the relevance of secularism in the Indian context.