The Rising Tide of Hindu Nationalism: Threats and Opportunities for Peace

Observers of Indian politics have noted rising acts of violence against Muslims in an atmosphere of increasing Hindu nationalism during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure. Hinduism, however, like all religions, also contains many resources for peace. Looking to both theory and practice, this piec...

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Published in:Religions (Basel, Switzerland ) Switzerland ), 2024-11, Vol.15 (11), p.1299
Main Author: Riddle, Karie Cross
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Analysis
Gandhi
Hindu nationalism
Hinduism
Hindus
Human rights
Modi
Muslims
Peace
Political aspects
Politics
Religion
Religious aspects
Riots
violence
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Summary:Observers of Indian politics have noted rising acts of violence against Muslims in an atmosphere of increasing Hindu nationalism during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure. Hinduism, however, like all religions, also contains many resources for peace. Looking to both theory and practice, this piece examines how we can theorize Hinduism and religion in general as a source of protection for peace and human rights. It also looks for peaceful practices that may be of use in the contemporary climate of violence. I conclude that we can only get to peace through the acknowledgement of religious motivations within politics and a renewed commitment to the truth.
ISSN:2077-1444
2077-1444
DOI:10.3390/rel15111299