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Sectarian nationalism and god men: Sri Sri Ravishankar attends the 75th Birthday of the RSS chief
While objective conditions of distress lead large numbers of people into the arms of these god men, several hagiographical legitimise the phenomenon; few serious analytical studies on their links to power and the state are however available, material that would help de-construct their image.
Hindutva, Caste, and Nationhood: A Critical Review of Madhok’s book Indianisation
February 25, seven days ago, marks the birth anniversary...
Can RSS co-opt Subhas Chandra Bose, a staunch secular-socialist and a fond admirer of Tipu Sultan?
January 23, the birthdate of the socialist-secular fighter Netaji...
Bhagwat’s remarks spark national unity debate
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks linking independence to the Ram temple consecration have sparked debates on historical revisionism, divisive narratives, and constitutional values.
Arunachal Christians gird up to face a challenge from Sangh and the government
India’s Bishops, as much as its civil society, possibly...
75 Years Down the Line, Whither Indian Constitution?
While the freedom movement saw India as a plural nation with rich diversities, those who stood aloof (RSS) from the struggle, saw the civilisation as a Hindu one.
Uphold integrity of civil services, re-impose ban on Govt officials associating with RSS: Open letter to President Draupadi Murmu
In an earnest appeal addressed to the President of India, concerned citizens and leaders from diverse sectors have called for the re-imposition of the ban preventing civil servants and government officials from formally affiliating with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) or any other politically aligned organization. This open letter stresses the vital importance of preserving political neutrality within the civil service to maintain an administration that is fair, unbiased, and aligned with the democratic principles enshrined in the Constitution of India.
Restating the agenda of Hindu Rashtra: RSS chief sets the tone for BJP politics
On October 12, 2024, during the Vijayadashmi (Dussehra) celebrations,...
Caste Imbroglio: Changing Narrative of Hindu Right
One of the major issues during the last General...
Tricolour: Spirit of India-Essence from Past, Hope for Future
The BJPs ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ move is merely meant for optics. It is bereft of any deeper commitment to the message inherent in the national flag, of sacrifice, peace and unity in diversity.
Has VP Jagdeep Dhankar, violated his constitutional oath?
In this open letter, professor Shamsul Islam exposes how, by glorifying the RSS in the Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar, Vice President of India has violated his Constitutional Oath!