Important, frightening, well sourced and thoughtful analysis of right-wing Hindu nationalist movement in India. Makes the point that far from illustrating a "clash of [eastern and western] civilizations," the key ideas of Hindu nationalism derive from Europe - specifically, German fascism and ideas of "racial purity".

Thought provoking analysis of contemporary mentality in India and the United States. It explores the effects of internal and societal conflict in terms of domination and cooperation, top-down and grassroots, myth and reality.

very important and very thoughtful and thought-out thesis. frightening in its implications for our own nation and others, already polarized politically if not on religious grounds. The images of the conflict of cultures which includes the internal conflict within the individual is relevant in all parts of the world today. another significant observation is the implication the paradox of more liberal values in a civilization possible leading to the opportunities for the more rigid and ... More »

Sometimes it helps to understand fascist hate and fear in our own country by viewing the experiences of another culture. The piece is long, but amiable reading.

Great story, well researched. It goes beyond the standard sound bytes about the "clash of civilizations" and brings the issue home to us.

It is more an opinion article, very well researched by a professional academics, more than a mere piece of journalism. But the whole story and discussion around sectarian violence is very clever and far reaching. Thank you Martha.