The protesters are playing into the hands of right-wing hindu parties. They are drawing even liberal hindus closer to the ideology of RSS and BJP with their intolerance.
We in India would also not be much better than the present day Afghanis if we continue with the religious animosities. Promoting atheism is the only solution to counter religious fundamentalism.
Atleast atheists do not harm or kill others for getting rewards in an imaginary life here-after.