Religious intolerance leads to societal conflicts from "summary" of Why I am an Atheist by Bhagat Singh
The history of mankind is replete with instances of religious intolerance leading to societal conflicts. People have often resorted to violence and bloodshed in the name of religion, blindly following the dictates of their religious leaders without questioning the rationale behind such actions. This blind faith in religious dogma has been the cause of much suffering and misery in the world. Religious intolerance breeds hatred and division among people, creating a sense of "us versus them" mentality that only serves to widen the gap between different communities. When individuals are taught to view those of other faiths as enemies or infidels, it paves the way for conflicts to arise, as each group seeks to assert its dominance over the other. In the face of such intolerance, reason and rationality are often cast aside, as emotions and prejudices take precedence. People become so consumed by their religious beliefs that they fail to see the ...
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