Sengol, Parliament
In all the analysis of the Sengol’s significance, the narrative should revolve around the Sengol’s rich heritage and its significance in the context of civilisational tradition. The objections raised by the Opposition parties must be addressed within the democratic framework. Meanwhile, had Lord Mountbatten handed over the sceptre as a symbol of transfer of power, the British themselves would have publicised the event. But they did not. And Jawaharlal Nehru, for his humility and modesty, would not have accepted symbols of monarchy. On the contrary, he must have treated the sceptre as a mere gift.
R. Sivakumar,
