This is with reference to the series of articles on “ >The rise of the saffron brigade ” (Nov. 30). Since the BJP government came to power at the Centre, there has been an obvious spurt in the activities of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh throughout the country. But of late, the Sangh’s influence has been felt in the policy decisions of the government, with the HRD Minister’s decision to replace German with Sanskrit as a third language in schools being a case in point. For the RSS to grow is one thing but for the government to impose the organisation’s agenda to influence mindset is another. Such developments do not augur well for the secular fabric of India.
Vijaya Krishna Pillai. G.,
Mannar, Kerala
The attempts to saffronise history or Sanskritise the education system certainly do not bode well for a pluralistic society like India. This would only favour the rise of jihadi movements. The Sangh Parivar, by promoting Hindutva, is doing more harm than good. It should restrict its activities to the promotion of theological values and refrain from influencing the democratic administrative setup.
P. Venkatesh,
Hyderabad
The RSS’ expansion need not be highlighted as a threat to the country. As long as the RSS involves itself in cultural activities and promotes Indian values, it should be given a free hand. It is important for the critics of the organisation to note that so far no incident has been reported in which members of the RSS have emerged as culprits, unlike those of other religious organisations.
Sateeshreddy. K,
Nalgonda, Telangana
