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  • Ram Mandir Event: A Historic or a Political Move?
    The consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, marked a significant moment for India. The event fulfilled a long-standing promise of the BJP, with political implications for the upcoming Lok Sabha 2024 election. It also represents a step towards unity and harmony, following the Supreme Court’s verdict in 2019. The event was both religious and political, shaping the nation’s future.

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Iran and Iraq War: An Ideological Divide Between the Shia and the Sunnis

This comprehensive analysis revisits the historical Sunni-Shia divide and its pivotal role in the Iran-Iraq war from 1980 to 1988, which resulted in vast casualties and a shift in global power balances. It examines events that followed Prophet Mohammad’s death, the century-old conflict between the Ottoman Empire and Safavids, and how ongoing Shia-Sunni tensions contributed…

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“The Clash of Civilizations” by Samuel P. Huntington, an American Political Scientist

The 30th Anniversary of the Clash of Civilizations Theory

“The Clash of Civilizations” theory by Samuel P. Huntington postulates that following the end of the Cold War, culture and religion will dictate international politics, replacing ideologies. This contentious theory, premised on the prominent role of culture and religion in shaping societies, suggests inevitable clashes between cultures, particularly Islamic and Sinic ones. Despite criticism, the theory continues to inform academic and political discourse, especially as societal frictions and religious conflicts remind us of its relevance.

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