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==Background==
==Background==
The controversy emerged amidst intensifying religious tensions in India — scholars increasingly identify [[Hindutva]], the guiding ideology of the ruling [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] (BJP), as a strand of authoritarian populism bulwarked on anti-minority sentiments.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Hansen |first=Thomas Blom |title=Saffron Republic: Hindu Nationalism and State Power in India |last2=Roy |first2=Srirupa |publisher=Cambridge University Press |year=2022 |isbn=9781009100489 |pages=1-2, 10 |language=en |chapter=What is New about 'New Hindutva'?}}</ref> Many have accused India's ruling party, the [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] (BJP), of instigating violence through divisive rhetoric against the country's Muslim minority.<ref name=forbes>{{cite news|author=Siladitya Ray|title=India's Religious Tensions Spill Over As Middle Eastern Countries Condemn Comments About Islam|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2022/06/06/indias-religious-tensions-spark-diplomatic-row-after-ruling-partys-comments-about-prophet-muhammad--heres-what-to-know/?sh=5d6d9ce66730|work=[[Forbes]]}}</ref>
The controversy emerged amidst intensifying religious tensions in India — scholars increasingly identify [[Hindutva]], the guiding ideology of the ruling [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] (BJP), as a strand of authoritarian populism bulwarked on anti-minority sentiments.<ref name=":4">{{Cite book |last=Hansen |first=Thomas Blom |title=Saffron Republic: Hindu Nationalism and State Power in India |last2=Roy |first2=Srirupa |publisher=Cambridge University Press |year=2022 |isbn=9781009100489 |pages=1-2, 10, 13-18 |language=en |chapter=What is New about 'New Hindutva'?}}</ref> [[Thomas Blom Hansen]], a scholar of contemporary violence in India, remarks BJP and others to have aided in the rampant proliferation of prejudice and hate against Muslims, portraying them as the ubiquitous enemy of the nation and facilitating unprecedented collective violence upon them.<ref name=":4" />


In the run up to the controversy, communal tensions were elevated due to the [[Gyanvapi mosque|Gyanvapi mosque dispute]]. Scholarly sources agree that the mosque was built by Aurangzeb, and a pre-existing [[Shiva]] temple was demolished for its construction.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Asher |first=Catherine B. |date=May 2020 |title=Making Sense of Temples and Tirthas: Rajput Construction Under Mughal Rule |journal=The Medieval History Journal |volume=23 |issue=1 |pages=9–49 |doi=10.1177/0971945820905289 |issn=0971-9458 |doi-access=free}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book |last=Desai |first=Madhuri |title=Banaras Reconstructed: Architecture and Sacred Space in a Hindu Holy City |publisher=University of Washington Press |year=2017 |isbn=9780295741604 |id= |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=qWgmDwAAQBAJ}}</ref> While Hindus maintain that the temple existed at the site before the mosque, some Muslims claim such a shrine never existed.<ref name=lucente>{{cite news|title=Explainer: India BJP Party spokesperson's comments on prophet spark backlash|url=https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2022/06/explainer-india-bjp-party-spokespersons-comments-prophet-spark-backlash|author=Adam Lucente}}</ref> Tensions surrounding this site have resulted in raucous debates on Indian TV channels.<ref name=cbcnews/><ref name=bbc1/> There had been rampant hate on social media surrounding the mosque controversy.<ref name=bbc1/>
In the run up to the controversy, communal tensions were elevated due to the [[Gyanvapi mosque|Gyanvapi mosque dispute]]. Scholarly sources agree that the mosque was built by Aurangzeb, and a pre-existing [[Shiva]] temple was demolished for its construction.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Asher |first=Catherine B. |date=May 2020 |title=Making Sense of Temples and Tirthas: Rajput Construction Under Mughal Rule |journal=The Medieval History Journal |volume=23 |issue=1 |pages=9–49 |doi=10.1177/0971945820905289 |issn=0971-9458 |doi-access=free}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book |last=Desai |first=Madhuri |title=Banaras Reconstructed: Architecture and Sacred Space in a Hindu Holy City |publisher=University of Washington Press |year=2017 |isbn=9780295741604 |id= |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=qWgmDwAAQBAJ}}</ref> While Hindus maintain that the temple existed at the site before the mosque, some Muslims claim such a shrine never existed.<ref name=lucente>{{cite news|title=Explainer: India BJP Party spokesperson's comments on prophet spark backlash|url=https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2022/06/explainer-india-bjp-party-spokespersons-comments-prophet-spark-backlash|author=Adam Lucente}}</ref> Tensions surrounding this site have resulted in raucous debates on Indian TV channels.<ref name=cbcnews/><ref name=bbc1/> There had been rampant hate on social media surrounding the mosque controversy.<ref name=bbc1/>

Revision as of 10:39, 11 June 2022

On 27 May 2022, Nupur Sharma, then national spokesperson of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) made controversial remarks regarding the Islamic prophet Mohammed during a television debate.[1] Later on 1 June 2022, Naveen Kumar Jindal, the then media head of the BJP Delhi unit, made a controversial social media post on the same subject. The two incidents led to widespread condemnation from Muslims within India and internationally.[1][2] Several Gulf countries, including allies and partners of India, issued strong condemnations and there were threats of boycotting Indian goods.[1][3] The Indian government responded by stating that the remarks did not reflect the government's position, and strong action was taken against those who made the remarks, with Sharma being suspended from the party and Jindal being expelled.[4][5]

Naveen Kumar Jindal 🇮🇳 Twitter
@NaveenJindalBJP
Hindi:

नबी के दुलारो से पूछना चाहता हूँ कि तुम्हारा नबी 53 वर्ष की आयु में 6 वर्ष की छोटी बच्ची आयशा के साथ शादी करता है फिर 56 वर्ष की आयु में 9 वर्ष की आयशा के साथ संबंध बनाता है...

क्या वह संबंध बलात्कार की श्रेणी में नहीं

आता..?

I want to ask those with affection for the Prophet that at the age of 53, he married a 6-year-old girl Aisha and then at the age of 56, he consummated that relationship with 9-year-old Aisha ... does such relationship not come under the category of rape?

1 June 2022[6]

Background

The controversy emerged amidst intensifying religious tensions in India — scholars increasingly identify Hindutva, the guiding ideology of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), as a strand of authoritarian populism bulwarked on anti-minority sentiments.[7] Thomas Blom Hansen, a scholar of contemporary violence in India, remarks BJP and others to have aided in the rampant proliferation of prejudice and hate against Muslims, portraying them as the ubiquitous enemy of the nation and facilitating unprecedented collective violence upon them.[7]

In the run up to the controversy, communal tensions were elevated due to the Gyanvapi mosque dispute. Scholarly sources agree that the mosque was built by Aurangzeb, and a pre-existing Shiva temple was demolished for its construction.[8][9] While Hindus maintain that the temple existed at the site before the mosque, some Muslims claim such a shrine never existed.[10] Tensions surrounding this site have resulted in raucous debates on Indian TV channels.[11][12] There had been rampant hate on social media surrounding the mosque controversy.[12]

Comments about Muhammad

On 27 May 2022, Sharma participated in a debate on the Gyanvapi Mosque dispute on the Times Now television channel. According to Sharma,[13] in response to remarks (perceived to be derogatory to Hindu god Shiva) by her opposition speaker and by many Muslim personalities on social media, she replied regarding Muhammad and the age of one of his wives, Aisha, noting that Aisha was 6-years-old when married, and 9 when the marriage was consummated.

The Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair shared a video clip of her remarks on social media.[14] Sharma later alleged that it was a "heavily edited and selected video", which was denied by Pratik Sinha, the other co-founder of Alt News. Sinha stated that it was unedited and also included a longer clip which showed the context.[15][16] Times Now deleted the video of the programme from its Youtube channel the next day.[17] Sharma stated that she had started receiving rape and death threats from people. She held Zubair responsible for those threats. Alt News denied any responsibility for the reaction from the viewers after watching the video clip.[15][16][18] BBC News refused to publish the remarks, citing their "offensive" nature.[12]

On June 1, Naveen Kumar Jindal tweeted remarks perceived to be derogatory to Mohammed.[19] After the tweet attracted backlash in the Arab world, Jindal deleted the tweet and said he did not intend to demean any faith.[20]

Police cases

A police FIR (First Information Report) was registered against Sharma, in Mumbai's Pydhonie Police Station, on the next day. She was accused of "hurting religious sentiments".[21][22] A second FIR was registered in Thane (a suburb of Mumbai) on 30 May on the same grounds.[23] Another FIR was registered by the AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi, in Hyderabad, for using “abusive, false and hurtful” words against Muhammad and the Islam religion.[16] Several other FIRs were registered at other locations in the country.[15][16][18]

Sharma's comments were also widely shared, internationally, on social media. By 4 June, "insult to Prophet Mohammed" was trending among the top 10 hashtags in all the countries of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Turkey.[24]

On 9 June, 2 weeks after the speech and the diplomatic event, Delhi police registered cases against BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma and Naveen Kumar Jindal, who served as the party's Delhi media cell head, who was expelled from BJP. The Delhi police have also filed a case against All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief and MP, Asaduddin Owaisi, and Hindutva leader, Yati Narsinghanand, who is out on bail in the Haridwar hate speech case.[25]

Violence

Protests and violent incidents were reported from several Indian cities. In Uttar pradesh, several people were injured in Kanpur and Prayagraj cities. According to the UP Police a total of 136 people were arrested over the protests, including 45 in Saharanpur, 37 in Prayagraj, 23 in Ambedkarnagar, 20 in Hathras, seven in Moradabad and four in Firozabad.[26]

Kanpur

Main article: 2022 Kanpur violence

On June 3, hundreds of Muslims protested the remarks in Kanpur after Friday prayers.[27][28][29]

Hayat Zafar Hashmi, chief of Maulana Mohammed Ali (MMA) Jauhar Fans Association called for a bandh (shutdown) of local shops in protest of comments from Sharma. They also planned to take out a procession. They forced the local shops to shut down at parade market after which the clash broke out between the business community and the protesters. Yogi Adityanath's government came down heavily on the protesters, lodging complaints and putting up posters against hundreds of protestors.[30]

The clashes occurred at Nai Sadak, Yateemkana and Parade area of Kanpur. During the clashes, the groups threw bombs and stones on each other.[31]

Ranchi

On 10 June 2022, peaceful protests and human chain were organised in Ranchi against the controversial comments.[32] According to the police the situation had escalated when a vehicle rammed into the group of protestors.[26] Incidents of stone pelting was reported near the Hanuman temple, after which the Police attempted to disperse the crowds and used lathis, later on the police opened gunfire with live rounds.[32] Petrol bombs were hurled at a Surya Temple, while the temple priest and his family were inside.[33]

Two people died and more than twenty four were injured. Both the dead had gunshot wounds on the head and neck.[34]

On 11 June, some Hindutva groups in Ranchi called for shutdown of shops in the city.[34]

Howrah

On 10th June, in different parts of Howrah district, arson and violence in protest was reported. Railway tracks and highways were blocked by the protestors, causing hours of interruption of traffic. The situation later came under control, after police managed to clear the blockade. Internet services were also suspended in the district.[35]

International Reaction

At least five Arab nations have lodged official protests against India. Pakistan and Afghanistan also reacted strongly to the comments made by the two spokespeople.[36] Kuwait and Iran have also summoned the Indian envoys and gave them protest notes.[37] There have been calls for boycott of Indian products in many parts of the Gulf region.[38]

Qatar

The Government of Qatar summoned the Indian ambassador and asked for immediate condemnation and an apology for the remarks. The ambassador is reported to have replied that these were the views of "fringe elements" in India and in no way reflect the views of the Government of India.[39]

A Qatari minister said, “Systematic hate speech against Islam in India... will be considered insult by 2 billion Muslims.” Qatar's condemnation came amid the visit of India’s Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu who met Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Khalid Bin Khalifa Al Thani in Doha on Sunday.

India’s Ambassador to Qatar Deepak Mittal said the comments "do not, in any manner, reflect the views of the Government of India. These are the views of fringe elements," said a spokesperson of the embassy. Mittal was summoned by Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which said it was "expecting a public apology and immediate condemnation of these remarks from the government of India".[40]

"Allowing such Islamophobic remarks to continue without punishment, constitutes a grave danger to the protection of human rights and may lead to further prejudice and marginalization, which will create a cycle of violence and hate," Qatar said.[37]

Qatar has also asked for public apology from Indian government, after which Indian social media users started making calls to "boycott Qatar Airways".[41]

Kuwait

Kuwait demanded a "public apology for these hostile statements, the continuation of which would constitute a deterrent measure or punishment to increase extremism and hatred and undermine the elements of moderation".[37] A Kuwaiti supermarket removed Indian made products in protest.[42][43]

The Indian embassy in Kuwait said in a statement that the Ambassador had a meeting with the foreign office where "concerns were raised with regard to some offensive tweets by individuals in India.[44]

Oman

The Grand Mufti of Oman called the remarks "insolent and obscene rudeness" by the official spokesperson of the BJP and characterized it as war against every Muslim. He called for a boycott of all Indian products and confiscation of all Indian investments in Oman.[24] Oman's foreign ministry officials met the Indian ambassadors and lodged official protest against India, saying such statements do not serve "peaceful coexistence".[45]

Pakistan

Pakistani president Arif Alvi said "such comments were the reflection of a growing trend of Islamophobia in India, which is home to millions of Muslims."[46] Pakistan also issued a démarche to the Indian Charge d' Affaires in Islamabad.[47] A statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the Indian diplomat was summoned to convey Pakistan's categorical rejection and strong condemnation of the derogatory remarks.[47] "He was told that these remarks are totally unacceptable and have not only deeply hurt the sentiments of the people of Pakistan but Muslims across the world".[48]

The Pakistan Armed Forces' media wing whilst stating its condemnation added: "The outrageous act is deeply hurtful and clearly indicates extreme level of hate against Muslims and other religions in India".[49]

Afghanistan

On 6 June, the interim Afghan government strongly condemned derogatory words against Muhammad by an official of the Indian ruling party.[50]

The government’s spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, wrote on his Twitter handle: “The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan strongly condemns the use of derogatory words against the Prophet of Islam (Peace be upon him) by an official of the ruling party in India.”[51]

He also said: “We urge the Indian government not to allow such fanatics to insult the holy religion of Islam and provoke the feelings of Muslims.[50]

Saudi Arabia

A day later, on June 6, the largest Gulf country Saudi Arabia expressed its condemnation of the controversial remarks and called for “respect for beliefs and religions.” In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its condemnation and denunciation of the statements, saying it insulted Prophet Mohammed.[52]

The ministry reiterated its “permanent rejection of prejudice against the symbols of the Islamic religion” and it rejected anything that give rise to prejudice against “all religious figures and symbols.”[53]

While welcoming the measures taken by the BJP to suspend the spokeswoman, the ministry reaffirmed the “Kingdom’s position calling for respect for beliefs and religions”.[54]

The Saudi Council of Senior Scholars, the highest religious body in the country which advises the king on royal issues, has also slammed the BJP leaders’ remarks. In its official statement, it has quoted passages from the Quran to highlight Prophet Mohammed’s character and message.[55]

Other countries

The UAE's foreign ministry condemned what it called "the blasphemous remarks made by India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party’s spokesperson that insulted Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)".[56] UAE's decision to join other Muslim-majority countries in condemning the remarks was called "quite significant" by BBC News, given the strength of the India-UAE relations.[12]

The Indonesian Foreign Ministry condemned what it called "unacceptable derogatory remarks" regarding Muhammad.[57][12]

A member of the Maldives' parliament, Adam Shareef filed for a motion that called on the country's president to condemn the remarks about Muhammad. The motion was defeated with 10 votes in favour and 33 votes against.[58] Later, the Maldives' government expressed "concern" over the remarks, but also welcomed BJP's action taken against the officials.[59]

Egypt's Al-Azhar mosque, one of the leading institutions of learning in the Islamic world, condemned the remarks.[60][11]

Indian government response

The Indian government responded to international controversy, by stating that the controversial remarks did not reflect government position, but rather came from "fringe elements".[61] The BJP removed both Sharma and Jindal, and said "strong action has already been taken against those who made the derogatory remarks".[5] Instructions were issued to several BJP members to be "extremely cautious" when talking about religion on public platforms.[62]

On June 6, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called out the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)’s “motivated, misleading, and mischievous” comments on India. Arindam Bagchi, the Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, said India "categorically rejects OIC Secretariat's unwarranted and narrow-minded comments. The government of India accords the highest respect to all religions. The offensive tweets and comments denigrating a religious personality were made by certain individuals. They do not, in any manner, reflect the views of the Government of India. Strong action has already been taken against these individuals by relevant bodies.”[63][64][65][66] Bagchi also responded to Pakistan's criticism by saying the world "has been witness to the systemic persecution of minorities including Hindus, Sikhs, Christians and Ahmadiyyas by Pakistan”, calling on the country to "focus on the safety, security and well-being of its minority communities instead of engaging in alarmist propaganda and attempting to foment communal disharmony in India”.[67][68]

BJP response

The incident caused a diplomatic row, with protests from several countries, on 5 June. The BJP responded, by releasing a statement that it respects all religions. The controversy continued to intensify.[69] On June 5, Nupur Sharma published an apology on Twitter, but was suspended from the BJP, while Naveen Kumar Jindal was expelled from the party.[70][69] Some supporters of BJP reacted to these actions with anger, calling them "cowardly".[3]

Police security was provided to Sharma and her family, after she complained about receiving death threats and harassment.[71]

On 11 June, the BJP president JP Nadda met diplomats from middle east nations, at the BJP headquarters, in Delhi.[72]

See also

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