Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj, during his visit to Bihar for the upcoming elections, commented on the ongoing ‘I Love Mahadev’ and ‘I Love Muhammad’ controversy. He believes the issue is a distraction from the real problems. He questioned whether Mahadev should be worshipped or loved, stating that expressing love in this way is an insult to the deity. The Shankaracharya said he does not know about Muhammad and will not comment on the matter. He also stated that using such language is considered inappropriate from a traditional religious viewpoint. This controversy originated on social media and in public spaces in response to the ‘I Love Muhammad’ slogans. Hindu organizations then started using the ‘I Love Mahadev’ slogan. Supporters view this as a sign of devotion, while critics argue it disrespects religious feelings and could potentially divide society.
