Uttar Pradesh Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay has sparked backlash by calling popular nursery rhymes like “Johnny Johnny Yes Papa” and “Rain Rain Go Away” harmful to Indian culture. He claimed the rhymes promote dishonesty and selfishness, asking what society is teaching children. The remarks drew attention for challenging common childhood rhyming traditions.
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