BAPS in France: Modi's Hindu Supremacy Boasts Come Under Scrutiny
"When you claim that your civilization is superior, is older, is the mother of democracy, is the mother science....you antagonize others". Christophe Jaffrelot , French Political Scientist, speaking to Indian journalist Karan Thapar after BAPS Hindu leader’s recent visit to Eiffel Tower. In an article published by Carnegie Endowment, Jaffrelot explained that "the majoritarian inferiority complex is to some extent irrational—in India like elsewhere. The Hindu complex of inferiority vis-à-vis others (including the Muslims) crystallized in the 19th century when the British not only emphasized the division of Hindus along caste lines and sectarian lines but also invented communal stereotypes". Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has close ties to BAPS which is building massive temples around the world. Many of these temples have been inaugurated by Mr. Nodi. BAPS Guru’s Photo at Eiffel Tower, Paris, France There has been a powerful backlash against Indian Hind...