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Al JazeeraAPR 2022
Al Jazeera: Rise in Hindu Festival Violence Since BJP Retook India's Maharashtra
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The Spin
Narrative A
The latest violent outbreaks during Ram Navami are another reminder of the rampant anti-Muslim agenda in India as right-wing Hindu nationalists antagonize and abuse Muslims. India must confront its rising Islamophobia and protect the rights of all its citizens, not just those of Hindus.
Narrative B
The liberals are out in the open with their prescriptions to safeguard India’s secular fabric asking Hindus to avoid taking Ram Navami processions through the so-called marginalized Muslim areas. Instead of legitimizing the ghettoization of the specific regions, the authorities must ensure peaceful celebrations and arrest anyone that indulges in stone pelting, targeted attacks, arson, and vandalism — irrespective of their religion.