Unfortunately we have misunderstood secularism as denying of religious identity. I agree with Rajeev when points to basic tenets of Hinduism.It is a secular religion which prohibhits conversions ( geeta chapter 2 )and respects other beliefs. Its BJP's brand of religion which is based on a theory of Akhand Bharat and not the religious scriptures which gives it a distorted view. Being a Hindu means respect all religions but strong in your convictions. Its magnamious and has the ability to take other beliefs along with it. BJP/VHP is more based on Muslim bashing/ultra nationalism etc. all that which Hinduism does not stand for. BJP needs to understand what being a Hindu means !
