NEW DELHI, Jan. 18 -- Word 'anti-National' has been more in vogue form since few years. Today, all those who criticize the RSS and its progeny are labeled as anti-National. As fountainhead of Hindu Nationalism, the RSS is becoming stronger in linking patriotism with religion. While hailing Hindus for their loyalty to this nation, the subtle hints are being circulated about Muslims in particular that they are loyal to Pakistan.

In a cleverly worded articulation, (HT Jan 02, 2020) the chief of RSS, Mohan Bhagwat said that Hindus are patriotic by nature due to their religion. He also twists a sentence of Gandhi to state that Gandhi's patriotism had its origin in Hindu religion, "All Indians worship motherland. But Gandhi said my patriotism c...