No development without inclusion: The case for Muslim empowerment.
India’s Development Is Incomplete Without the Development of Muslims By Tajjamul Aly: India, the world’s largest democracy, often celebrates its rich diversity, but this celebration falls short when we examine the socio-economic exclusion of Indian Muslims, who comprise over 200 million citizens. They are the third-largest Muslim population globally, and yet they remain among the most economically and educationally marginalised groups in the country. The idea of a developed India is a compelling vision, but it remains incomplete and hollow if such a large and vital segment of the population is held back by prejudice, denied equal opportunity, or excluded from the national narrative. India’s rise on the global stage demands that every Indian rises with it, regardless of religion. A History of Contribution, A Present of Marginalisation Indian Muslims have always been integral to the making of India, not just culturally, but politically, scientifically, and spiritually. From the literary ...