Title : Religious violence

participants :

1 Kartik Chayal

2 Siddhant Argade

3 Anuraj Asane

4 Tejas Jadhav
Religious Violence
between Hindu and
Muslim
Explore the complex dynamics of religious violence between Hindus and
Muslims, delving into its causes, impact on communities, and efforts to
promote peace.
Background on Hindu-Muslim Relations

1 Historical Tensions 2 Colonial Legacy 3 Religious Festivals

Centuries of The British Raj Celebrations like Diwali

coexistence, occasional
clashes, and shared
cultural heritage have
shaped the relationship
between Hindus and
Muslims in the Indian
subcontinent.
exacerbated tensions,
leading to divisive
policies and communal
violence that persists to
this day.
and Eid foster interfaith
harmony and peaceful
coexistence at the
grassroots level.
Causes of R eligious Violence
Political Manipulation E conomic Disparity

P ower-hungry politicians exploit religious Socio-economic inequalities can stoke

divisions for personal gain, igniting tensions resentment, making marginalized groups
among communities. more susceptible to religious radicalization.

R eligious E xtremis m Misinformation

Radical ideologies and religious Rumors and propaganda spread through

fundamentalism contribute to escalating social media fuel communal animosity and
violence and further polarize communities. incite acts of violence.
Examples of Religious Violence
Ahmedabad Riots (2002)
The riots began after Muslims
were suspected for burning
train. the train was caring most
of hindius
Babri mosque demolition
in (1992)
a result of the Hindu society
feeling that they were being
deceived through the legal
process pertaining to the
construction of the Ram
temple at the disputed site
Kolkata riots in (1964)
The riots were triggered by a
protest against Direct Action
Day. Muhammad Ali Jinnah,
the leader of the All India
Muslim League, said that he
wanted "either a divided India
or a destroyed India".
Impact of Religious Violence on
Communities
1 Loss of Lives and Injury

Countless individuals suffer physical harm and lose loved ones, leaving lasting scars on
affected communities.

2 Destruction of Property

Homes, religious places, and businesses become targets, exacerbating economic

instability in affected regions.

3 Social Division

Interfaith harmony deteriorates as suspicion and mistrust deepen, polarizing

communities along religious lines.
Challenges in Addressing R eligious
Violence
1 Deep-R ooted 2 Political Interference 3 Hate S peech and
Prejudices Propaganda
P oliticians exploiting
Generational biases and religious fault lines for The spread of hate
ingrained prejudices electoral gains impede speech and
hinder efforts to resolve meaningful dialogue and misinformation through
conflicts and promote create divisions. media platforms
communal harmony. perpetuates animosity
and incites violence.
Conclusion and Call to Action
E mbrace Diversity E ducate and E mpathize

Recognize the inherent value of diverse P romote education and empathy to dispel
communities and strive to build bridges stereotypes and foster mutual understanding.
across religious divides.

Advocate for Peace S tand Against Hate

Support non-violent initiatives and campaigns Condemn hate speech, prejudice, and
that encourage dialogue, tolerance, and discrimination whenever and wherever they
social cohesion. occur.
S ources
1 Economic Times

2 Violence against Muslims in independent India

3 Wikipedia

4 The New York Times

5 The Indian Express