Has India’s democracy failed its Muslims? Jailed scholar triggers debate
Al Jazeera • 11/5/2026
Summary
Sharjeel Imam, a jailed scholar, questioned foundational ideas of India's nationalism in an interview with The Quint. His remarks have inspired a heated debate regarding the state of democracy in India and its impact on Muslims.
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