Krishnaswami Temple, Muthialpet

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The Krishnaswami Temple is a Hindu temple located in the neighbourhood of Muthialpet in Chennai, India. It was constructed in the 18th century AD and was the site of a major dispute between Left hand and Right hand castes in 1787 resulting in a major riot. The conflict eventually came to an with the mediation of the authorities of the Madras government.

References

  • Muthiah, S. (2004). Madras Rediscovered. East West Books (Madras) Pvt Ltd. p. 329. ISBN 81-88661-24-4. 

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