JOURNAL ARTICLE

Ex-Cong MLA calls Aurangzeb 'pious', invites BJP's ire.

  • Published In: India Together, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

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Abstract

The article discusses the controversy surrounding former Maharashtra legislator Asif Shaikh's remarks about Mughal ruler Aurangzeb, whom he described as a 'pious' individual. Shaikh, previously associated with the Congress party and now leading his own party, the Indian Secular Largest Assembly of Maharashtra (ISLAM), faced significant backlash, particularly from BJP MP Manoj Tiwari, who criticized Shaikh's views as reflective of the Congress party's ideology and highlighted Aurangzeb's historical atrocities. Additionally, Tiwari addressed the backlash against Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh for casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his film, emphasizing the need for sensitivity towards national sentiments in light of recent terrorist attacks. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:India Together. 2025/06, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186139718
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