Bareilly, February 18: Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi, president of the All India Muslim Jamiyat, has expressed support for the statement made by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, asserting that Muslims did not originate from Arabia. Razvi also welcomed the accommodations provided to Muslim employees during Ramadan in Telangana.
In an interview, he stated that historical injustices were inflicted upon Hindus, Buddhists, Dalits, and tribal communities in India. He noted that when Muslim rulers arrived in India, they made decisions based on justice and acknowledged the humanity of individuals, raising their voices against oppression. Consequently, many adopted Islam, recognizing that the ancestors of Muslims in India were primarily Hindus who converted to Islam, with only a few individuals arriving from Arabia.
Regarding the issue of ‘Ghar Wapsi’ (homecoming), he categorized it as a form of conversion. He clarified that laws against forced conversions are in place, and any individual who coerces or entices another to change their religion will face legal consequences. The Constitution explicitly states that no one should be compelled or lured to change their faith.
Responding to recent decisions made by panchayats in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, and Nuh, Haryana, Razvi commented that the Sambhal panchayat has decided that boys and girls should not share mobile numbers or meet before marriage. A similar decision was made in Nuh, where there are restrictions on DJs and dancing at weddings.
He explained that these decisions were made by local ulema and responsible individuals to promote social reform. He emphasized that incidents damaging to society occur frequently, necessitating such decisions in every community. He advocated for proper education for youth and marriages in accordance with Sharia. While Islam simplifies marriage, he noted that Muslims have complicated it, making societal reform essential.
Welcoming the Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao’s provision for Muslim employees during Ramadan, Razvi stated that it is their right. He suggested that fasting employees should be allowed to work until 4 PM, as iftar and prayer times commence afterward. He praised the Telangana government’s decision and urged the central government to implement similar measures nationwide for the convenience of fasting employees.
He strongly opposed the decision to revoke reservations for Muslims in Maharashtra, calling it incorrect. Razvi referenced the Sachar Committee report, which indicated that Muslims are economically more disadvantaged than Dalits in many respects. The quota in Maharashtra was based on economic and social backwardness, not religious grounds. Therefore, abolishing this quota equates to breaking the back of the Muslim community. He called for the government to reconsider this decision.
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