Is the Indian government discriminating against minorities
Critically analyze PM Modi's statement about no discrimination against minorities in India and the actual ground reality.
- PM Modi's statement may reflect the intentions and aspirations of the government to ensure equal treatment for all citizens, irrespective of their religious or ethnic background.
- However, ground reality suggests that incidents of discrimination, particularly against religious minorities such as Muslims and Christians, have been reported. These incidents include hate crimes, mob violence, and social marginalization.
- The controversial Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), enacted by the government, has also sparked concerns as it is seen by some as discriminatory towards Muslims, while favoring Hindu immigrants.
- The National Register of Citizens (NRC) exercise, conducted in Assam, has affected marginalized communities, including Muslims, who are struggling to provide necessary documentation to prove their Indian citizenship.
- The attacks on freedom of speech and dissent, targeting journalists and activists, have created an atmosphere where minority voices feel suppressed, further indicating a potential discrimination issue.
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