Conversely, banning this book would send a signal that the present establishment will do what it can to prevent Hinduism from rising up, from regaining self-confidence, from facing the challenge of hostile ideologies.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author argues that banning a book signals an attempt to stop Hinduism from gaining confidence.
- In plain terms
- Banning this book shows people want to stop Hinduism.
- What can you take from it?
- Censorship can backfire on the target group.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does banning help?
- What is the real impact?
Another view
It assumes censorship always leads to backlash.
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