Asaram Bapu
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About
Indian yogic religious figure known for his belief in a supreme consciousness. He was arrested for sexual assault in 2013, and has voiced his opinion that the victim of rape is also guilty.
Before Fame
He sold tea when he was young and learning about spirituality from his mother. He built his first ashram in 1970.
Trivia
He was widely criticized following remarks he made about the New Delhi gang rape case in 2012.
Family Life
He had a son and daughter with wife Lakshmi Devi.
Associated With
He accused Sonia Gandhi of orchestrating a conspiracy against him.