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Demonstrators rallied against a celebration in New York City that was hosting Mohan Bhagwat, chief of the RSS, according to Al Jazeera.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, the protests in New York against the RSS chief gain significant importance in the context of rising political and religious tensions in India. The RSS, a radical Hindu political organization, has a considerable influence on Indian politics, particularly during the tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a broader context, these demonstrations highlight the challenges faced by the international community in dealing with religious extremism and rising nationalist policies around the world.
