Sunday, August 21, 2011

Narrow Minded, Broad Minded

Some asked as to why Anna Hazare is silent on matters that concern Muslims.
(For example killing of Shehla Masood has been relegated to just one cog in the wheel of the juggernaut called Anna Hazare.)
Then there are educated and wise Muslims. Do not think selfishly, they advise, this is a matter that concerns the whole country.
Yes brother. Tell us more.
Or may be listen more.
There a time long, long ago. 1947 to be more precise.
There was one B.R.Ambedkar at that time. He took some decisions. The result? Well for nominal aspects every other university of the country is now called B.R.Ambedkar university. (Alright, there are too many with that name.)
The Dalits, the people he represented, have left Muslims behind. Far behind in many walks of life.
Does it make sense? Should you not take the action when it must be taken. And the action should be proper and wise too. Even if you are called narrow minded. The name callers can mind their own business.