India, often celebrated as the world’s largest democracy, is a mosaic of diverse cultures, religions, languages, and ethnicities. This diversity, while a source of strength, also presents unique challenges in ensuring equitable political representation for all its citizens, particularly its minority communities. The political representation of minorities in India is a critical issue that intersects … Read more
India, often described as a “land of diversity,” is home to a multitude of religions, languages, and cultures. While Hinduism is the dominant religion, constituting nearly 80% of the population, India is also home to significant religious minorities, including Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Parsis, and Jains. These communities, though numerically smaller, play a vital role … Read more
India, often described as a “subcontinent” due to its vast cultural, linguistic, and ethnic diversity, is home to over 1.4 billion people who speak more than 19,500 languages or dialects. Of these, 22 languages are officially recognized by the Indian Constitution, while hundreds of others remain marginalized. Linguistic minorities—groups whose languages are not widely spoken … Read more
India, often described as a “melting pot” of cultures, religions, languages, and ethnicities, is a land of immense diversity. This diversity is not only a source of pride but also a complex social reality that shapes the nation’s political, economic, and cultural landscapes. Within this framework, the concept of minorities—both national and state—plays a critical … Read more