Varanasi, Feb. 23 -- : Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati of Jyotish Peeth on Monday alleged that certain individuals were attempting to destroy Sanatan Dharma and spread confusion in society.

"Some people have come wearing robes to destroy Sanatan Dharma. Confusion is being spread in society. The story that has been fabricated is completely false. I will fully cooperate with the police investigation. Hypocrisy and deceit will surely end one day," he said.

The Shankaracharya made the statement after a case was filed against him in Prayagraj. He added, "I will fully cooperate with the police. If an arrest still occurs, it means that Kalanemi is trying to insult the Shankaracharya."Explaining his position, he said, "For me, there a...