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Peter Navarro, a former White House trade advisor, sparked controversy with remarks accusing 'Brahmins' of profiteering from India's Russian oil resale, which caused outrage in India due to the caste-sensitive term. Navarro criticized India's energy dealings with Russia, questioning Prime Minister Modi's alignment with Putin and Xi. The comments were widely condemned across India's political spectrum as casteist and divisive. Some clarified Navarro may have referred to 'Boston Brahmins,' a term for American elites, not Indian Brahmins. Congress leader Udit Raj supported Navarro's remarks, stating upper castes dominate private oil refining in India. The debate highlighted tensions around caste, economic privilege, and international trade relations amid ongoing geopolitical issues involving India, Russia, and the US. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 17:54 IST; source: link)