India, Oct. 6 -- The Fraying Fabric of India's Secular Soul
The recent altercation in Uttar Pradesh over the phrase "I Love Mohammad" is not merely another instance of communal friction - it is a searing reflection of the deep ruptures in India's secular conscience.
What began as an expression of personal faith quickly escalated into a polarised confrontation, exposing once again how fragile the nation's commitment to egalitarian pluralism has become.
A Script of Manufactured Outrage
The uproar surrounding this incident has less to do with sentiment and more with strategy. The ruling dispensation, adept at sculpting outrage into electoral currency, appears to thrive on orchestrated divisions.
By converting symbols of faith into battlegr...