The Sandip Roy Show How Congress PMs fueled the rise of Hindu nationalism
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Mar 17, 2024 Exploring the rise of Hindu nationalism in India through decisions made by past Congress Prime Ministers like Rajiv Gandhi and P.V. Narasimha Rao. Delving into events like the Mandal Commission and the Babri Masjid incident. Reflecting on the impact of spiritual beliefs on leaders, power dynamics in Indian politics, and the emotional aftermath of Indira Gandhi's assassination.
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Congress PMs Fueled Hindu Nationalism
- Congress prime ministers' decisions ironically fueled Hindu nationalism's rise, supporting Narendra Modi's strength.\n- Rajiv Gandhi, Vishwanath Pratap Singh, and Narasimha Rao each made crucial choices that enabled the BJP's ascendance.
Indira Gandhi's Pro-Hindu Strategy
- Indira Gandhi subtly used Hindu sentiment to strengthen her politics without fully endorsing RSS ideology.\n- She sought Hindu support cautiously, unlike her son Rajiv Gandhi, who failed to fully retain minority backing.
Rajiv Gandhi's Political Naivety
- Rajiv Gandhi was politically naive about caste and religion's hold on India, struggling to balance interests in the Shah Bano case and Babri Masjid locks opening.\n- His attempts to appease both Hindus and Muslims left him alienating both communities.