As a person of Maratha descent even I am amazed that people are so up in arms about this whole issue. I too am a big fan of the Shivaji fables that were narrated to me repeatedly by my parents and relatives so that I would have a little bit of Maratha pride in me as I grew up American. I have also visited most of the forts all over Maharashtra and to this day remain in awe of all that I have seen. However as an adult who ascribes to objectivism, I am also aware that a lot of historical characters have goods and bads to them and that the stories I loved as a child were after all fables. This however does not change the fact that Shivaji is and will remain one of the single most exciting characters of Indian history.
RE:Are we really this insecure?
by Aditya on May 01, 2007 02:04 AM Permalink
Why is it that everything is a "war on Hinduism" to you?
There is nothing in this book that attacks hinduism, it merely highlight the real life story of a prolific historic character.
Also, you keep ranting about Christians, at least they have the maturity to investigate historical aspects more objectively. Nor do they riot for silly things.
RE:RE:RE:Are we really this insecure?
by Tamil Arasan on May 01, 2007 07:02 AM Permalink
Why can't this RSS fanatic Pradip parekh speak the truth for once? Sankarachriar of kanchi was humilated , abused & jailed by none other than brahmin protector jayalalitha jayaram. She even accused him of selling drugs. This is a fact that can be verified any time any where. But Pradip says that the arrest was due to kirastani pressure. I might be a rationalist but I can't stand RSS hypocracy & lies ! This lie is ample evidence of the extent to which the RSS liars will stoop to. To add insult to injury jayalalitha beat up & jailed the RSS/Vhp supporters who demonstrated out side the Chennai High court.What does this guy have to xay for that? So the minorities & dalits are the scape goats for the brahmins. Do what ever you want & blame it on the minorities or dalits! No wonder these guys & their parties are being treated like out castes by the dalits and BC's now!
