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Communal tensions from "summary" of India's Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra,Mridula Mukherjee,Aditya Mukherjee,K N Panikkar,Sucheta Mahajan
Communal tensions have been a significant and recurring issue in India's struggle for independence. These tensions have primarily revolved around religious differences between Hindus and Muslims. The roots of these tensions can be traced back to the British policy of divide and rule, which sought to create divisions among various communities in order to maintain control over the country. The British colonial rulers exploited existing religious differences and stereotypes to further their own interests. They often favored one community over the other, creating a sense of competition and animosity between Hindus and Muslims. This manipulation of religious sentiments exacerbated existing tensions and sowed the seeds of discord between the two communities. The growth of communalism was also fueled by economic factors, as both communities competed for resources and opportunities in a...
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