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    Hindu Vta

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    Current Affairs/Pakistan Affairs

    Rise of Hinduvta Ideology


    Historical Context

    1992
    Hindu-First Nation

    Cultural Homogeneity
    Core Tenets / Believes
    Historical Revisionism

    Exclusion and Majoritarianism


    Core Tenets / Believes

    India is primarily for Hindus, with Hindu


    traditions and values dominating the public
    and political spheres. While India has no
    official religion, adherents of Hinduism
    constitute approximately 80.5% of the
    population (around 1.2 billion people).
    Core Tenets / Believes

    India should strive for cultural uniformity centered


    around Hindu beliefs and practices. However, India
    boasts a rich tapestry of cultures, languages (22
    official languages), and religious communities
    (including Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists,
    Jains, and others).
    Core Tenets / Believes

    Hindus are portrayed as victims of past


    oppression by Muslims, framing current
    tensions as reclaiming lost power. This
    narrative is contested by historians, who
    emphasize the complexity of historical events
    and the presence of both cooperation and
    conflict between different religious groups
    throughout Indian history.
    Core Tenets / Believes

    Hindutva can manifest as intolerance and


    prejudice towards religious minorities,
    particularly Muslims (17.6% of India's
    population) and Christians (2.3%). This has
    led to concerns about the potential for
    discrimination and violence against these
    communities.
    How Hinduvta Operates ?
    Rise of Hinduvta

    Founded in 1980 with roots in Hindutva, the


    BJP emerged as the single largest party in the
    2014 general election, winning 282 seats in
    the Lok Sabha (lower house of parliament).
    The party has retained power since then,
    winning 303 seats in the 2019 general
    election.
    Rise of Hinduvta

    Recurring instances of communal violence,


    such as the 2002 Gujarat riots which claimed
    over 1,000 lives, predominantly Muslims, have
    deepened social divides and been exploited by
    some Hindutva proponents to garner support
    for their agendas.
    Rise of Hinduvta

    Concerns about globalization, economic


    displacement, and rapid social transformations,
    particularly in the wake of economic
    liberalization in the 1990s, have fueled a desire
    among some for a return to traditional values
    perceived as under threat, potentially bolstering
    Hindutva's appeal.
    Rise of Hinduvta

    The RSS and affiliated organizations operate a


    vast network of over 50,000 shakhas (local
    branches) across India, providing social
    services, conducting physical training, and
    promoting Hindutva ideology. This extensive
    network has been instrumental in mobilizing
    support and influencing public opinion.
    Implications and Controversies
    The rise of Hindutva has profound consequences for India:

    •Secularism and Democracy: Critics argue Hindutva's emphasis on majoritarian politics


    undermines the secular principles enshrined in India's constitution and jeopardizes its
    democratic values.

    •Minority Rights: Concerns persist that the growing influence of Hindutva threatens the
    rights and well-being of religious minorities in India.

    •Social Cohesion: Hindutva's rise has been associated with increased incidents of communal
    violence and discrimination, harming social harmony.

    •International Image: The perception that India is shifting away from its secular foundations
    has implications for the country's international image and diplomatic relationships.

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