How does the state play a role in communnalism?
Hello,
Ancient India was United without such communal feelings
There was acceptance for each other's culture and Tradition
Example: Ashoka followed religious tolerance and focussed on Dharma
It was practised in several kingdoms of India
There was Peace and harmony
But , Aurangzeb was least tolerant for other religious practices
The root cause of communalism was partition of Bengal in 1905
It was the result of modern politics emergence
Gandhi and others had a strong resistance through communal award represented by British government who appeased various communities
Muslims and other communities are also appeased by British government for their political needs
Hope it helps