The All India Muslim Personal Law Board today had some strong words for the Narendra Modi government, as it questioned the Prime Minister's silence on controversial issues, including 'ghar wapasi' - the campaign to convert Muslims and Christians to Hinduism.
"Ever since Modiji came to power, the Hindutva forces have become stronger," Abdul Rahim Qureshi, the General Secretary, said at the Board's 24th meeting in Jaipur today. "The 'ghar wapasi' programme is gaining ground and the VHP is polarising the atmosphere and spreading anti-Muslim feelings... Ever since the new government has taken over, there is a conspiracy to convert the country into a fascist state," Mr Qureshi said.
Mr Qureshi also strongly criticised the Rajasthan government's recent decision to make Surya Namaskar compulsory in all schools, and demanded the withdrawal of the controversial order.
"Internal stability is necessary for the peace and development in the country and the governments, both Central and states, should work in this direction instead of announcing such decision which affects our religious freedom," Mr Qureshi said.
The Board also rejected calls for amendments to the Muslim personal law, saying such changes struck at the roots of religion.
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