Seven decades after the independence from the British colonisers and the subsequent partition as a result of confessional demands, Hindu-Muslim religious identities are being discussed like never before. The post-partition India became a home for various religious groups numerically led by the majority Hindu community. A Large number of Muslims, despite having a change to migrate to ‘Muslim’ Pakistan, chose to remain in their beloved motherland India along with their brethren from other faiths. Their conviction in a secular state drew flack from Pakistani Muslim intellectuals, but their resolve to stay back in an inclusive secular democracy, governed by a meticulously written constitution remained unshaken.
The Muslims who stayed back in India might have little idea that despite rejecting the idea of a ‘Muslim’ state they would still be blamed for partition by a section of the majority community. Consequently, their loyalty towards India has questioned, be it about a cricket match or a possibility of war against Pakistan. A lot of Indians share similar experiences. They grew up in an environment that does not reflect the inclusive nature of their beloved country. They are made to feel alien in the land where their forefathers have lived. For some, it has become difficult for them to overtly express their religious belief, though they see their Hindu brethren openly express themselves. The gatherings of their community are perceived as communal whereas the same deed by the majority community is praised as a nation-building exercise.Click Here: collingwood magpies 2019 training guernsey