The Saffron swastika: the notion of `Hindu fascism, 2 vols

ISBN: 9788185990699
Edition: New Delhi, 2001
Language: English
Is Set: Yes
Subject: Politics, Voice of India
Publisher: ADITYA PRAKASHAN Indological Publishers & Booksellers

About the Book:

This book addresses the serious issue of calumny, which all known religions condemn as a grave evil. It explores the harm caused by false allegations, particularly the label of "fascist" or "Nazi," which has been unfairly applied to Hinduism and its political advocates. The term, originally used by Communists, has been adopted by Christian and Islamic spokesmen, as well as by many Western observers of India. Dr. Koenraad Elst’s study scrutinizes these defamations, examining the ideological roots of fascism, Nazism, Communism, and Hindutva. The author argues that Hinduism, with its history of spiritual, cultural, and social pluralism, does not resemble the ideologies of fascism or Nazism. He also clarifies the misinterpretation of RSS leader M.S. Golwalkar’s views on Hitler, emphasizing his focus on democratic thinkers. Dr. Elst concludes that the term "Hindu fascism" is a myth—like the Loch Ness monster—producing noise but no substantial evidence.