I agree that it is too early to talk about Hindu Fascism..
Also, it is true that most Hindus do not care about the activities of VHP, Bajrang Dal, etc. It may be too early to call it Hindu Fascism. But again, there is convergence of ideas that is happening. The sense of supremacy amongst middle class and academia that is gaining traction because of booming economy, the need to identify ourselves closer to our prisitine religion because of rapid urbanization, the lack of tolerance towards opposing views, questioning of one's patriotism to define nationalism, etc, are all mainstream. They may not necessarily be aligning themselves with VHP, Bajrang Dal, BJP, etc, but they are definitely sympathetic in many ways. By condoning their acts, or by staying silent on their acts, or by being ambivalent about them, we are allowing certain prejudices to grow. It will catch up in a generation or two.
I believe it is the Dawn of Indian Hindu Fascism because I see the seeds for such covergence happening right now. I could be completely wrong. That would be good for all of us. If it is indeed right, is it not better to take right precautions instead of brushing it aside?
RE:Dawn of Fascism!!
by outspoken on Dec 23, 2007 12:18 PM Permalink
is this ur view or a cut paste job from some Praful Bidwai type rented intel-lect-towel who was the laeding figure who predicted demise in the election and his subsequent imprisonment in Tihar jail.
RE:Dawn of Fascism!!
by ravindra gokhale on Dec 23, 2007 12:24 PM Permalink
kya bola nahi likha hai ? Prafull bidwai, Kuldeep nayyar, Khushwantsingh all are secular they will hit out only against hindus.
RE:Dawn of Fascism!!
by rightwinger on Dec 23, 2007 12:39 PM Permalink
What's wrong in being proud about one's own religion??All you Bongs care about is fish,rasgullas and blood in nandigram.
