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India's Hindus and Muslims

India's time of reckoning: the world's second-largest population of Muslims has until now resisted the pied pipers of jihad. But, provoked by Hindu nationalists, it too turns to violence. Pankaj Mishra.
New Statesman (1996) Sept 29, 2003 v132 i4657 p44(4) (2012 words)

1. What are some ways in which the BJP has exhibited nationalism at the expense of Muslims?




2. Why do middle- and upper-class Hindus support the BJP?




3. What has been the reaction of Muslims to the increased religious tensions in India?




4. Why is this trend troublesome for India's future?