Tag Archives: Deoband

Indian Muslims: Moderation And Extremism

As long as my memory goes I remember Muslims in general and Indian Muslims in particular, have been criticized for being extremists in religious matters and though, the criticism went, there are a few moderate Muslims, they do not take any stand or refuse to stand up and be counted and always, extremists carry the day. Continue reading

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Madrasa Reforms And Inter-Faith Dialogue

Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rehmani speaks to Yoginder Sikand on Madrasa reforms, incorporation of English and Science in Madrasa curriculum and role played be Madrasas in interfaith dialogue . Continue reading

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Muslims In Introspection Mode

Dialogue within the Muslim community on what form the rightful Islamic traditions has long been overdue. Thankfully, Muslims are now on an alert mode, identifying and rejecting intolerant elements within their own people. Continue reading

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Hindu-Muslim Unity

A historical speech by a leading Deobandi maulvi on Hindu-Muslim unity Continue reading

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Indian Deobandis Against Terrorism: Reiterating A Historical Tradition

The recent anti-terror rally led by Deoband rather than an exception is a reiteration of a long tradition Continue reading

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Islam, Muslims And Terrorism

Is there anything to the allegation that Islam and terrorism are related? Continue reading

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Indian Muslims Against Terrorism

Analysis of the spate of recent anti-terrorism conferences hosted by Indian Muslims Continue reading

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