Mohan Bhagwat in US: ‘A Hindu Who Thinks Muslims Should Not Be in Bharat Is Not a Hindu’
New York: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has stressed the importance of religious harmony and human dignity during his address at the ‘One World One Humanity’ event in New York.
Speaking at the faith leaders’ gathering, Bhagwat said a person cannot claim to follow Hinduism while believing that Muslims should not live in Bharat.
“If any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslim in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu,” Bhagwat said during his address.
Bhagwat highlights unity of humanity
Bhagwat said Hindu thought recognises different religious paths while emphasising the unity of humanity.
He said those who identify themselves as Hindus should believe that different paths can lead to the same ultimate goal. He also stressed that every human being has dignity.
“There is no difference between human beings,” he said.
The RSS chief further said that humanity remains one despite differences in religion, traditions and practices.
‘Diversity must be accepted and respected’
Bhagwat also spoke about the importance of preserving diversity.
He said differences among people should not become a reason for division. Instead, diversity should be respected while recognising the underlying unity among human beings.
According to Bhagwat, protecting one’s own identity should also mean respecting the identity of others. He described diversity as a natural feature of society.
Reference to Hindu Rashtra and Muslims
During his speech, Bhagwat recalled a question he had received from members of the Muslim community during an earlier interaction.
They had asked what would happen to Muslims if the RSS spoke about a Hindu Rashtra.
Bhagwat said the idea that Muslims would be removed from India does not represent Hindutva. He reiterated that people of different faiths can coexist in Bharat.
Message of ‘One World, One Humanity’
The New York event focused on the broader theme of global unity and human coexistence.
Bhagwat said the RSS believes that humanity is one. He argued that people can maintain their distinct identities while still sharing a common bond as human beings.
The event also highlighted the philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, commonly understood as the idea that the world is one family.
Bhagwat’s remarks come during his US visit as part of the RSS centenary-year global outreach programme. His visit includes interactions with members of the Indian diaspora and community representatives.
Key Takeaway
Mohan Bhagwat’s New York address placed emphasis on Hinduism, religious coexistence, human dignity and unity in diversity. His remarks about Muslims in Bharat have drawn attention because they directly address the question of inclusion within the RSS’s broader vision of Hindu society.
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