Commenting on “One Nation, One Culture,” he underscored the importance of preserving India’s cultural ethos and challenged attempts to present a “distorted narrative.” He concluded by emphasising the RSS’s commitment to “decolonising the mind” as part of a continuous struggle for societal improvement.
Bengaluru: RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, addressing reporters on the final day of the Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha, criticised the Karnataka government’s plan to grant four per cent reservation for Muslims in government contracts. “Religion-based reservation is not accepted by the Constitution, which Babasaheb Ambedkar authored,” he said, adding that previous attempts at similar quotas had been struck down by courts in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.
Hosabale also spoke about the ongoing debate over 17th-century Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s legacy, stressing that icons such as Dara Shikoh, who championed social harmony, should be revered instead of “invaders” like Aurangzeb. “We should stand with those who align with the Indian ethos,” he asserted, referring to figures like Maharana Pratap, who resisted Mughal emperor Akbar.
Amid questions about the RSS’s influence on the government, Hosabale stated there is no need for day-to-day input since “everything is running smoothly,” although RSS workers do convey public concerns through various channels. He also affirmed that the society itself has already evaluated the central government’s performance and noted that the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is an accomplishment of the broader Hindu community, not just the RSS.
Hosabale further elaborated on the RSS’s stance that being ‘Hindu’ represents not only a religious identity but also a national, spiritual, and civilisational one. He acknowledged the need for introspection to address social issues, including casteism and untouchability, and highlighted that many Sangh workers engage in inter-caste marriages, reflecting efforts toward reform.
Commenting on “One Nation, One Culture,” he underscored the importance of preserving India’s cultural ethos and challenged attempts to present a “distorted narrative.” He concluded by emphasising the RSS’s commitment to “decolonising the mind” as part of a continuous struggle for societal improvement.
