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Bangladesh The Non-Bengali Genocide

Bangladesh: The Non-Bengali Genocide

In 1971, Bengali insurgents committed genocide against non-Bengalis, routinely capturing and abusing hundreds of thousands of women. Their accounts have been overshadowed by false propaganda portraying Pakistan as the lone villain in the Bangladesh episode.

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India: On Defeatism and Ideology

In view of certain objectionable remarks that have emerged, it is vital to remember that ideology—not hypocrisy—should be the master. If the hypocrisy generated of lethargy and cowardice is not eradicated, it will feed defeatism, which is unwarranted and destructive.

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Myths and Realities: The “Genocide” in East Pakistan

Myths and Realities: The “Genocide” in East Pakistan

Obviously, the figures of 3 million killed and 2 lakh raped in the “Genocide” in East Pakistan are rumors.
But why was this rumor circulated? Why has the Awami League made it an article of faith? Why does the Indian government propagate this lie incessantly all over the world?

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LFO, Floods, and the Fateful Election of 1970

LFO, Floods, and the Fateful Election of 1970

Sheikh Mujib wanted to contest the election on the issue of provincial autonomy (six points). Had significant provincial autonomy been conceded (as advocated by other East Pakistan leaders), it would have taken the central plank out of Mujib’s election campaign.

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Rise of Mujib and The Agartala Conspiracy

Rise of Mujib and The Agartala Conspiracy

In 1965, Sheikh Mujib visited India and met Indian officials. He also had a meeting with some dissident Bengali officials, in which he encouraged them to continue their anti-Pakistan activities. Thus was born the Agartala conspiracy.

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