Histopedia

Seetharam Yechury is an Indian politician and the current General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)). Here are some key points about him:

• Born on August 12, 1952, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
• Educated at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi
• Joined the Students’ Federation of India (SFI) and became a member of the CPI(M) in the 1970s
• Elected to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) in 2005 and re-elected in 2011 and 2017
• Became the General Secretary of CPI(M) in 2015, succeeding Prakash Karat
• Known for his advocacy of left-wing politics, social justice, and human rights
• Played a key role in shaping the CPI(M)’s policies and strategies
• Has written several books on politics, economics, and social issues
• Has been a vocal critic of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government
• Has been involved in various social and political movements, including the anti-globalization and anti-imperialist movements.

Here are some additional facts about Seetharam Yechury:

• Political Career: Yechury has been a member of the CPI(M) Politburo since 1992 and has held various positions within the party.
• Ideology: He is a Marxist-Leninist and has been a strong advocate for left-wing politics and social justice.
• Parliamentarian: Yechury has been a member of the Rajya Sabha since 2005 and has been known for his articulate speeches and interventions.
• Writer: He has written several books on politics, economics, and social issues, including “What is This Hindu Rashtra?”, “The Hindu Rashtra: What It Means for India”, and “Left Hand Drive”.
• Public Intellectual: Yechury is a regular contributor to newspapers and magazines, writing on various issues, including politics, economics, and social justice.
• Activist: He has been involved in various social and political movements, including the anti-globalization and anti-imperialist movements.
• Critic of Neo-liberalism: Yechury has been a vocal critic of neo-liberal economic policies and has advocated for a more equitable and just economic system.
• Secularism: He has been a strong advocate for secularism and has spoken out against communalism and religious fundamentalism.
• International Relations: Yechury has been involved in various international initiatives, including the World Social Forum and the International Meeting of Communist and Workers’ Parties.
• Leadership: He has been credited with playing a key role in shaping the CPI(M)’s policies and strategies, particularly during his tenure as General Secretary.