New Delhi, September 4 (Daily Kiran) : Former Rajya Sabha member and Muslim scholar Mohammad Adeeb has sharply criticized Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), for his recent statements made in New York. Adeeb urged Bhagwat to clarify that organizations like the Bajrang Dal and the Vishva Hindu Parishad do not represent true Hindu values.
Adeeb emphasized that Bhagwat should openly declare in India that these groups do not embody the essence of Hinduism. He questioned the legitimacy of these organizations, asking if they truly reflect Hindu beliefs or if Bhagwat himself is the authentic voice of Hinduism. “These groups claim they will expel us from India,” he noted, demanding clarity on their affiliations.
He expressed frustration with the RSS and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members, questioning why they have not denounced these organizations if they consider them unrepresentative of Hinduism. Adeeb pointed out that these groups have been involved in violence against mosques and other religious sites, yet have remained silent on their actions.
Adeeb further criticized the perception of the RSS in the West, suggesting that people there were unaware of its true nature until recently. “They believed the Indian Prime Minister was leading a benevolent organization,” he said, but as the reality of the RSS became clearer, their views shifted.
Referring to the recent Nikah decision in Uttarakhand, he remarked that it is ironic for those who are uncertain about their own identity to dictate such laws. He raised concerns about the introduction of a Uniform Civil Code, arguing that it diverges from the principles of Sanatan Dharma and is an attempt to impose a new religion on Hindutva.
On the topic of Vande Mataram, Adeeb stated that, like the Sikhs, they too will not recite the national song. He announced plans to approach the Supreme Court, asserting that India is a secular nation and no religion should be imposed on others.
In response to Sonia Gandhi’s autobiography, Adeeb expressed surprise at the publishing industry’s reaction, suggesting that the book’s content reflects her genuine thoughts. He predicted that more uncomfortable truths will emerge as the book gains attention.
He concluded by lamenting the fear exhibited by major publishing houses, arguing that those who assert India is a democratic and secular nation are misleading the public.
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