Aurangzeb vs Shivaji Maharaj | How India's True History was Hidden from You! | Dhruv Rathee

Summary

The video script challenges the divisive narratives propagated by certain political factions and social media platforms, particularly WhatsApp, which paint a picture of historical Hindu-Muslim animosity in India. It counters this by highlighting instances of mutual respect, tolerance, and cooperation between Hindus and Muslims throughout Indian history. The speaker emphasizes the secular nature of historical figures like Shivaji Maharaj and Aurangzeb, the latter often misrepresented as a religious zealot. The script also criticizes current political tactics that use religion to sow discord and manipulate public sentiment. It encourages viewers to educate themselves, vote responsibly, and spread awareness against such divisive propaganda, advocating for unity and the celebration of India's diverse cultural heritage.

Takeaways

• 🗣️ Prime Minister Modi's reference to Aurangzeb and the Mughals is seen as an intentional talking point rather than a mistake, aiming to evoke a specific response regarding historical narratives.
• 📚 The release of an e-book titled 'The Power of Universe' by Dhruv Rathee Academy, which explores the Law of Attraction, philosophy, spirituality, and self-help from a scientific and rational perspective.
• 💭 The existence of a 'brainwashing mafia' that propagates certain narratives about Indian history, particularly focusing on the oppression of Hindus by Muslims, which is challenged in the script.
• 🤔 A critical look at the notion of '3 Indians who should leave the country,' which was discussed in a YouTube interview, and the implications of such a question.
• 🏰 Historical insights into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's reign, highlighting his respect for both Hindu and Muslim saints, his policy of religious freedom, and the diversity within his army.
• ⚖️ The complex legacy of Aurangzeb, who both demolished Hindu temples and supported the construction of temples and religious sites for various faiths, indicating a nuanced view of his rule.
• 📉 A comparison between the political strategies of Narendra Modi and Aurangzeb, suggesting that both have exhibited both communal and secular behaviors depending on the context.
• 📱 The role of WhatsApp and social media in spreading divisive narratives and the importance of countering such misinformation with accurate historical facts.
• 🕊️ Examples of Hindu-Muslim harmony throughout history, such as the Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb, and the contributions of both communities to each other's cultural and religious practices.
• 👑 The secular nature of various Muslim rulers in India, including their patronage of Hindu festivals, arts, and literature, which contradicts the narrative of continuous Hindu-Muslim conflict.
• 📈 A call to action for viewers to join a mission to counteract divisive propaganda, vote, and speak out against misinformation, emphasizing the importance of unity and truth in historical understanding.

Q & A

Why does the speaker believe that discussing Aurangzeb and the Mughals during the 2024 elections is not a mockery?

The speaker believes it is not a mockery because Prime Minister Modi brought up Aurangzeb's actions, specifically his destruction of Hindu temples, as a talking point during his campaign. The speaker suggests that such historical references are intentionally used to provoke thought and discussion.

What is the significance of the e-book 'The Power of Universe' in the context of the video?

The e-book 'The Power of Universe' is significant as it is a self-help book that discusses the Law of Attraction, philosophy, spirituality, and self-help from a scientific and rational perspective. The speaker praises the book and encourages viewers to read it, positioning it as a resource that can provide lifelong benefits.

Why does the speaker criticize the portrayal of the three Indians, Barkha Dutt, Irfan Habib, and Romila Thapar, as people who should leave India?

The speaker criticizes this portrayal because it reflects a deep-seated bias and extreme hatred, particularly towards historians who present narratives that challenge the dominant political ideology. The speaker argues that such targeting is part of a larger agenda to suppress diverse historical perspectives and to manipulate public opinion.

How does the speaker describe the historical relationship between Hindus and Muslims during the reigns of Shivaji Maharaj and Aurangzeb?

The speaker describes a complex relationship that defies the simplistic narrative of Hindu-Muslim rivalry. They highlight instances of mutual respect, cooperation, and shared governance, such as Shivaji Maharaj's respect for Muslim saints and Aurangzeb's employment of Hindu administrators and generals.

What is the speaker's stance on the use of historical figures like Shivaji Maharaj and Aurangzeb in contemporary political discourse?

The speaker is critical of the way historical figures are used to push a particular political agenda. They argue that the true historical context is often distorted or simplified to fit a narrative of victimhood and division, which is counterproductive to the ideals of secularism and unity.

Why does the speaker argue that the portrayal of Aurangzeb as a Muslim fanatic oppressing Hindus is incorrect?

The speaker argues that this portrayal is incorrect because it overlooks the numerous instances where Aurangzeb showed respect for Hindu traditions and people. They mention Aurangzeb's support for Hindu temples, his employment of Hindu administrators, and his orders to protect Hindu places of worship, which contradict the单一 narrative of oppression.

What is the 'WhatsApp m@fia's Department #2' that the speaker refers to?

The 'WhatsApp m@fia's Department #2' is a term used by the speaker to describe a group or network that they believe is responsible for spreading misinformation and divisive narratives about India's history, particularly focusing on the supposed oppression of Hindus by Muslim rulers.

How does the speaker characterize the actions of the current Prime Minister Modi in relation to the historical narrative?

The speaker characterizes Prime Minister Modi's actions as part of a pattern of divisive politics. They suggest that Modi's references to historical figures and events are intended to stoke religious tensions and consolidate a political base, rather than promoting a nuanced understanding of history.

What is the speaker's view on the importance of secularism in historical and contemporary India?

The speaker views secularism as a fundamental aspect of India's historical and contemporary social fabric. They argue against the narrative that Hindus have always been oppressed, highlighting instances of Hindu-Muslim cooperation and mutual respect. They also emphasize the importance of secular values for the country's unity and progress.

How does the speaker refute the claim that Hindus were always enslaved by Muslims throughout history?

The speaker refutes this claim by citing historical examples of Hindu rulers and empires, such as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the Vijayanagara Empire, which thrived and were not subjugated by Muslim rulers. They also point out the secular policies of certain Mughal emperors and the cultural synthesis between Hindus and Muslims.

What is the speaker's proposed solution to counter the divisive narratives spread through platforms like WhatsApp?

The speaker proposes a three-step solution: joining their WhatsApp channel to receive accurate historical information, ensuring to vote to express civic participation, and speaking out against divisive narratives in personal and public spheres to promote unity and truth.

Outlines

00:00

😀 Introduction and Political Commentary

The video script starts with a greeting and a commentary on the 2024 elections, where PM Modi's mention of Aurangzeb and the Mughals is highlighted. It suggests that such historical references are part of an intentional political strategy. The speaker then transitions into promoting an e-book on the Law of Attraction, authored by Vijay Dahiya and introduces the topic of the video which is to debunk myths and biases spread by a supposed 'brainwashing mafia' on WhatsApp, particularly concerning the historical narratives of Hindu and Muslim relations in India.

05:01

📚 Historical Insights and Shivaji's Reign

This paragraph delves into the historical context of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's reign, emphasizing his respect for both Hindu and Muslim saints, his policy of religious freedom, and the composition of his army which included Muslims. It counters the narrative of Hindu-Muslim discord by providing examples of Hindu and Muslim cooperation and mutual respect during Shivaji's time, including Shivaji's own interactions with Muslim figures and his policies towards religious minorities.

10:02

🤔 Aurangzeb's Complex Legacy

The paragraph explores the multifaceted rule of Aurangzeb, discussing both his reputation for demolishing Hindu temples and his employment of Hindus in high administrative positions. It presents Aurangzeb's actions of granting land for temple construction and his interactions with Hindu religious figures, complicating the portrayal of him as a purely communal ruler. The paragraph invites viewers to question the dichotomy presented by the 'WhatsApp University' and to consider Aurangzeb's rule within a broader, more nuanced historical context.

15:02

🔍 Modi's Parallels and the Power Dynamics

Drawing parallels between Narendra Modi and Aurangzeb, the speaker discusses Modi's secular and communal stances, highlighting instances where he has shown respect for Islam and Muslims, as well as moments where he has been accused of promoting division. The paragraph suggests that, like Aurangzeb, Modi's approach can be both communal and secular depending on the situation, and it criticizes the propagation of divisive narratives for political gain.

20:03

🕊️ Secular Harmony and Cultural Synthesis

The paragraph focuses on the secular nature of various Muslim rulers in India's history, including the Mughals and their contributions to Hindu culture and religious harmony. It mentions the translation of Hindu epics into Persian, the building of temples by Muslim rulers, and the participation of both Hindus and Muslims in each other's festivals and cultural events. The speaker refutes the WhatsApp-circulated narratives of Hindu-Muslim rivalry and oppression, emphasizing the long history of peaceful coexistence between the two communities.

25:06

📣 Call to Action Against Division

In the concluding paragraph, the speaker calls for an end to the divisive narratives propagated by the 'WhatsApp mafia' and urges viewers to join the fight against such misinformation. The speaker outlines a three-step plan involving joining a WhatsApp channel to counteract lies, voting, and speaking out against divisive propaganda. The paragraph ends with a reminder about the availability of the e-book on the Law of Attraction and a call to action to support truth and unity in India.

Keywords

💡Aurangzeb

Aurangzeb was the sixth Mughal Emperor, known for his religious policies that are often criticized for being oppressive towards non-Muslims. In the video, Aurangzeb's actions are discussed in the context of historical narratives and their portrayal in modern political discourse, particularly focusing on the contrasting views of him as a religious zealot versus a complex ruler with both destructive and tolerant actions.

💡WhatsApp University

This term is used in the video to describe the spread of misinformation and biased historical narratives through WhatsApp, often in the form of messages that aim to influence political opinions. The video criticizes this phenomenon for promoting a divisive view of history and contemporary politics.

💡Law of Attraction

The Law of Attraction is a concept that suggests that positive or negative thoughts can bring positive or negative experiences into a person's life. In the video, it is mentioned as the subject of an e-book that the speaker recommends, positioning it as a tool for personal development that contrasts with the negative narratives spread through misinformation.

💡Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was a 17th-century Indian warrior king and the founder of the Maratha Empire. He is depicted in the video as a symbol of secularism and strength, with examples given of his respect for both Hindu and Muslim saints, and his policy of religious freedom, contrasting with the divisive narratives often shared.

💡Secularism

Secularism is the principle of the separation of government institutions and persons mandated to represent the state from religious institutions and religious dignitaries. The video emphasizes the historical examples of secularism in Indian empires, criticizing the modern political use of religious division and highlighting the need for a secular mindset.

💡Divide and Rule

Divide and Rule is a strategy that seeks to break up existing power structures or social groups to make them easier to control or manipulate. The video discusses how this strategy is allegedly being used by certain political factions to create religious and social divisions for their own gain.

💡Jizya Tax

The Jizya tax was a tax historically levied on non-Muslims under certain Islamic caliphates and sultanates. In the video, Aurangzeb's imposition of the Jizya tax is mentioned as an example of his oppressive policies towards non-Muslims, contrasting with other Mughal rulers who did not impose such a tax.

💡Akbar

Akbar was the third Mughal Emperor known for his policy of tolerance, cultural fusion, and administrative policies. The video praises Akbar's rule as an example of a kind of democracy where all religions were treated equally, and his introduction of the doctrine of Sulh-i-Kul (Peace for All).

💡Dara Shikoh

Dara Shikoh was the eldest son of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and a proponent of religious harmony. The video mentions his translation work of Hindu scriptures into Persian, highlighting his contributions to interfaith understanding and the global dissemination of Indian philosophical texts.

💡BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party)

The Bharatiya Janata Party is a major political party in India that has been criticized in the video for allegedly promoting divisive narratives for political gain. The video contrasts the BJP's approach with the historical examples of secularism and tolerance in Indian empires.

💡Double Think

Double Think is a concept from George Orwell's novel '1984', where individuals accept two contradictory beliefs as correct. The video uses this term to describe the cognitive dissonance of accepting both the greatness of Hindu empires and the alleged millennia-long oppression by Muslims, as promoted by certain political narratives.

Highlights

The Prime Minister Modi's reference to Aurangzeb and the Mughals during the 2024 elections is seen as an intentional talking point rather than a mistake.

The existence of a 'brainwashing mafia' is suggested, with a focus on WhatsApp's influence on public opinion.

Introduction of an e-book, 'The Power of Universe', by Dhruv Rathee Academy, which explores the Law of Attraction and related topics.

The e-book aims to blend philosophy, spirituality, and self-help with a scientific and rational perspective.

Controversial interview by YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, where a guest suggests three Indians, including historians Barkha Dutt, Irfan Habib, and Romila Thapar, should leave India.

Discussion on Romila Thapar's claim that Hindu ancestors were not slaves, which counters the narrative of historical oppression.

The portrayal of Shivaji Maharaj as a secular Hindu emperor who respected both Hindu and Muslim saints and was not oppressive towards Muslims.

Evidence of religious freedom and tolerance under Shivaji's reign, including the protection of mosques and respect for all religions.

Aurangzeb's complex legacy, with examples of both the demolition of Hindu temples and support for Hindu and Jain religious sites.

Comparison between Prime Minister Modi and Aurangzeb, highlighting their shared origins in Gujarat and their varying approaches to secularism and communalism.

The role of the WhatsApp 'university' in spreading divisive narratives and the importance of countering this with accurate historical context.

Examples of Hindu-Muslim unity and cooperation during historical periods, such as the rule of Akbar and the life of Maharana Pratap.

The importance of voting and speaking out against divisive propaganda to promote unity and accurate historical understanding.

The call to join the mission to reach 100 crore (1 billion) voters with accurate information and counter the influence of the 'WhatsApp mafia'.

The availability of the e-book 'The Power of Universe' in both Hindi and English, priced affordably for widespread access.

The historical and cultural contributions of Mughals and other Muslim rulers to India, including the translation of Hindu epics and promotion of art and music.

The reminder of the shared history and cultural heritage of Hindus and Muslims in India, and the need to resist attempts to create a divide.

Transcripts

Hello, friends!

During this ongoing 2024 elections,

if some politician begins talking about Aurangzeb and the Mughals,

during their campaigning,

you might think that it's a mockery.

But our honourable Prime Minister Modi did this.

"Congress does not remember Aurangzeb's atrocities,

he who destroyed hundreds of Hindu temples."

No one says these things by mistake.

This is an intentional talking point.

Friends, come let's take a trip

to WhatsApp's brainwashing m@fia's

Department #2.

Before we start this video, there's a good news for you.

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and let's get back to the video.

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia was interviewing a guest for his show,

when he asked this question to the guest.

Which 3 Indians should leave our country and never return?

"3 Indians that should leave India and never return are"

First of all, this question was in poor taste.

But the guest did not object to this question.

He started listing out the name of 3 such Indians.

If you were asked this question,

what will you think?

The terr0rists in our country,

g@ngsters, mu₹derers,

or you will think of the corrupt people,

those who stole millions and billions of rupees.

But no, the three names listed by this guest were different.

Barkha Dutt, Irfan Habib, and Romila Thapar.

Barkha Dutt is a journalist, you might have heard about her,

but the other two names,

Irfan Habib and Romila Thapar,

are historians.

Why would someone harbour such extreme hatred for historians?

Friends, the answer to this is this brainwashing m@fia's second department.

Because Romila Thapar claims that

we Hindus weren't sl@ves.

that's right, this is why people are angry with Romila Thapar.

Because she says that our ancestors,

our Hindu ancestors,

weren't sl@ves, they were free people.

This is interesting because normally

in our society, when trying to insult someone, people use phrases like,

"I don't even have you as my servant."

"Who do you think you are? You're a sl@ve."

And people feel offended,

when they are called sl@ves or servants.

But here, it's the contrary.

Romila Thapar claims that you were never sl@ves.

You were never servants.

But this Hindu BJP is furious at her,

for claiming that we were free.

"How dare she take away our label of being sl@ves?"

"Romila Thapar leave India."

The thing is, such claims go against the brainwashing m@fia's agenda.

As I told you in previous videos,

Department #2's agenda is to make you feel that

your ancestors were ensl@ved by Muslims for thousands of years.

They want to paint you as a victim.

To make you feel that Hindus have been oppressed for thousands of years,

and that Muslims have been oppressing us for thousands of years.

Ensl@ved by Muslims.

It's not difficult to debunk this claim.

Tell me this.

Was Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj someone's sl@ve?

Was he oppressed by a Muslim person?

Obviously not!

We know that he was a great emperor,

he fought great wars and strengthened his empire.

So how can it be said that he or any Hindu in his empire was someone's sl@ve?

How can both things be true at once?

On one hand, Hindus have been oppressed by Muslims for thousands of years,

but on the other hand, Chhatrapati Shivaji was a great emperor,

and Hindus were free under his reign.

For WhatsApp University's students, both of these can be true at the same time.

George Orwell's novel 1984 mentions a concept called Double Think.

The blind supporters in this novel

accept two contradicting ideas at the same time.

WhatsApp University's students fall into this category too.

Those who have already been brainwashed,

in their minds, Shivaji's image is of

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj standing on one side,

commanding an army of Hindus wearing saffron for symbolism.

And Aurangzeb stands on the other side

commanding an army of Muslims,

wearing green clothes and accessories.

If you think like this too, get ready to have your mind blown.

Come, let's discover some historical facts.

Chhatrapati Shivaji's father was Shahaji.

And his uncle was Sharifji.

And do you know how was he named Sharifji?

He was named after a Sufi saint.

This tells you that not only Shivaji Maharaj,

but even his grandfather,

respected Hindu and Muslim saints both.

The thing is, back then,

there was no BJP, its media, or WhatsApp m@fia,

spreading discord between Hindus and Muslims.

That's why, even though Chhatrapati Shivaji was a Hindu,

he respected Muslims too.

Yakut Baba living in Kelshi,

Shivaji often visited him to seek his blessings.

He always favoured religious freedom.

This letter was written on 2nd November 1669.

Pandit Raghunath Rao quotes an order passed by Shivaji.

"Shrimant Maharaj has ordained

that everybody is free to follow his religion,

and nobody is allowed to disturb it."

"There were places of worship all over."

Proper arrangements were made so that

people could offer their prayers any way they chose.

They looked after the arrangements of piers and mosques too.

Historian Khafi Khan notes that

there was a strict rule under Shivaji's reign.

Anywhere that his soldiers went,

they were expressly forbidden to harm any woman, Qur'an, or mosque.

Once his army captured the daughter-in-law of a Muslim governor,

and the woman was presented to Shivaji as a tribute.

Do you know what did Shivaji do?

He asked for her forgiveness.

And sent her back respectfully.

BJP's members cannot understand Shivaji's greatness.

Because their role model is Savarkar.

And do you know what Savarkar wanted?

m0lesting women, crimes against women,

should be used as a weapon in a war.

We know how much Lord Ram respected all women,

but Savarkar quotes Ravana to say that

abducting and m0lesting women is the greatest duty.

Savarkar actually wrote a piece criticising Shivaji.

Questioning how he could send back a Muslim woman respectfully.

That's why it isn't surprising that Savarkar's followers,

honour m0lesters today.

The ones committing crimes against women are given party tickets

and showered with flowers.

In the year 1648,

500-700 Pathans from the Vijapur Army joined Shivaji.

Shivaji's military advisor, Gomaji Naik Pansambal said that

they had joined because of Shivaji's reputation.

It won't be correct to send them away.

Grant Duff's book A History Of The Marathas tells us that

not only did Chhatrapati Shivaji listen to this advice,

but also made it his policy.

This is why Shivaji's army had many Muslims,

including Muslim generals too.

In his book Marathyanchya Itihasachi Sadhane Vol 17, Page 17 V. K. Rajwade wrote that

Shivaji's infantry chief,

was Noor Khan Beg, a Muslim.

On page 76 of Sabhasad Bakhar, you will find the name of Shivaji's lieutenant.

Shama Khan.

Two of Shivaji's top navy chiefs were

Daulat Khan and Darya Sarang.

There were some more examples.

Like Siddi Hilal and Ibrahim Khan,

he commanded the artillery.

His secretary of intelligence was a Muslim too.

Maulana Haider Ali.

Did you know about these facts?

You must have seen this famous painting of Shivaji Maharaj,

this is widely circulated on WhatsApp.

This shows Shivaji k!lling Adil Shahi Sultanate's Afzal Khan.

This is so widely circulated,

because it shows a Hindu k!lling a Muslim.

But do you know who was Afzal Khan's advisor?

Krishnamurti Bhaskar Kulkarni.

A Hindu Brahmin.

And on whose advice did Shivaji Maharaj carry an iron claw?

On the advice of his Muslim bodyguard, his Rustam-e-zaman.

So a Hindu ruler has a Muslim bodyguard,

and a Muslim ruler had a Hindu advisor.

But you won't be told this on WhatsApp.

Because this goes against their brainwashing agenda.

But what about Aurangzeb?

We began this video by talking about Aurangzeb.

According to WhatsApp, Aurangzeb was a Muslim fanatic oppressing Hindus.

So there must be no Hindus in his army, right?

Wrong!

In the Battle of Purandar, where Shivaji lost 23 forts,

after which he was imprisoned in Agra,

do you know who was leading Aurangzeb's army?

Mirza Raja Jai Singh, a Hindu Rajput.

In his book Who Was Shivaji?, Govind Pansare states that

during this battle, 400 Brahmins

performed the Kot Chandi Yagnya wishing for Shivaji's defeat.

After finding out this, if you are thinking,

these 400 Brahmins were anti-nationals,

you'd be wrong.

These 400 Brahmins were performing this ritual

for the victory of their kingdom.

The kingdom where they lived.

After the battle of Saleri, Aurangzeb's lieutenants in the South

sent a Hindu Brahmin as an ambassador

so that friendly relations could be resumed with Shivaji.

On the other hand, Shivaji sent Kazi Haider as his messenger.

A Muslim ruler sent a Hindu ambassador

and a Hindu ruler sent a Muslim ambassador.

But this isn't a standalone example.

You will find numerous such examples.

Aurangzeb's chief diwan was a Hindu.

Raja Raghunath Ray.

And in 1664, when Raghunath Ray passed away,

do you know what did Aurangzeb say?

That Ray was the greatest administrator he had ever known.

Under Aurangzeb's rule,

the Hindu participation in elite levels of the Mughal administration

had increased by 50%.

The Mughal nobilities, Nawabs and Nizams,

was made up of 31.6% of Hindu population.

On page 35 of the book The Mughal Nobility under Aurangzeb, M Athar Ali wrote,

that in 1679,

there were around 72 Rajput mansabdars under Aurangzeb.

The number of Maratha mansabdars was even higher at 96.

One-fifth of the total were Marathas.

Aurangzeb had employed so many Marathas,

so that he could extend his reach till the Deccan.

But does this mean that Aurangzeb

was a secular ruler who treated all religions equally?

No.

During Aurangzeb's rule, many Hindu temples were demolished.

Historian S A A Rizvi wrote that

the policy of coexistence during Akbar's rule

of treating all religions as the same,

it was gradually phased out during Aurangzeb's rule.

In 1665, Aurangzeb increased the customs duty on Hindu traders

and made it double what was paid by Muslim traders.

2 years later, the entire customs duty paid by Muslims was abolished.

Saqi Mustaid Khan's Maasir-i-Alamgiri,

a book written in Farsi,

mentions Aurangzeb's orders

of demolishing Hindu temples,

so that they could establish Islam "properly."

The WhatsApp m@fia turns professor and historian Irfan Habib into a villain,

because according to them, Irfan Habib doesn't talk about them.

But actually, Professor Irfan Habib never denied these.

He mentions how Aurangzeb demolished temples in Mathura and Varanasi to build mosques.

Another historian hated by this m@fia,

is Audrey Truschke.

Look at this article she wrote for The Scroll.

She accepts that Aurangzeb targetted important temples.

But friends, get ready for a twist in the story.

In 1654, Aurangzeb sent a Princely order to Rana Raj Singh.

Mewar's Hindu Rajput king.

He said that great kings are like God's reflection.

And every king should ensure that

his subjects from every religion should live in peace and prosperity.

In the same letter, he criticised every ruler who commits bigotry,

by destroying any place of worship.

He wrote that when ascends to power, he will stop such unIslamic practices.

And there's more.

Aurangzeb declared himself the emperor on 31st July 1658,

And in February 1659,

he sent an order to Banaras,

stating that it has come to his attention that some Hindus were arrested.

Especially some Brahmins from ancient temples.

His order was directed at all officials,

telling them not to spread any form of disturbance.

Neither any Brahmin nor any Hindu was to be harmed.

These aren't some rare incidents, there are more.

In 1687, at an empty ghat in Banaras, Aurangzeb ordered

the construction of homes for pious Brahmins and holy fakirs.

In the 1680s, Aurangzeb participated in a religious discussion

with Bairagi Hindu Shiv Mangaldas Maharaj,

and showered the saint with gifts.

In 1691, to support a Balaji temple in Chitrakoot,

he gave tax-free land to Mahant Balak Das Nirvani

and eight villages.

There's a long list.

Allahabad, Vrindavan, Bihar,

Aurangzeb gave lands to build temples at several places,

or encouraged people to build temples.

Additionally, the same policy was extended towards Jains too.

In the late 1650s,

Aurangzeb gave land in Shatrunjaya, Girnar, and Mount Abu.

These are Jain pilgrimage destinations in Gujarat.

Friends, this might have confused you.

on one hand, Aurangzeb was destroying temples,

and on the other hand, he was giving away land to build temples.

How can this be?

Was Aurangzeb a communal ruler or a secular ruler?

Let me help you look for the answer to this question.

You tell me, BJP politician Narendra Modi,

is he a communal politician or a secular politician?

In an article in Times of India

eminent historian Harbans Mukhia,

calls Narendra Modi a modern parallel of Aurangzeb.

This is due to the numerous similarities between Narendra Modi and Aurangzeb.

First of all, both were born in Gujarat.

Modi was born in Vadnagar,

and Aurangzeb was born in Dahod.

Second, Narendra Modi calls himself a fakir.

He claims that he lived on alms for 30 years.

"I begged for alms for 35 years."

Aurangzeb projected himself to be a holy person too.

It's said that, initially, Aurangzeb earned his

living by transcribing copies of the Qur'an,

and stitching caps for namaz.

Third, both are power-hungry.

And in their greed for power,

both were communal at times and secular at others,

Depending upon the situation.

I am not making this up.

Look at these articles.

Narendra Modi praises Islam.

For its message of peace and harmony.

Then Modi talks about his vision for the Muslim youth.

Of holding the Qur'an in one hand and a computer in the other.

PM Modi assures that India will help conserve Maldives' iconic Friday Mosque.

PM Modi advises BJP workers

against making anti-Muslim remarks.

Look at these tweets.

PM Modi spreads cheer on Eid.

Says that we need to follow the teachings of Prophet Mohammad.

On Mohharam's solemn occasion,

he reminds people of Hazrat Imam Hussain's sacrifice.

This is our Secular Modi.

Now let's meet Communal Modi.

During the CAA-NRC protests, PM Modi said

you can identify the people spreading discord by their clothes.

"Who are these arsonists?"

"You can identify them by their clothes."

Under his leadership, one after the other, BJP politicians have made hateful speeches.

There were l¥nchings.

Bilkis Bano case's convicts were welcomed with flowers.

They were honoured

and called Brahmins with great values.

On WhatsApp University, you will get some messages daily,

that spreads hatred against Muslims.

Modi's recent speeches were filled with dog-whistling against Muslims.

He accused the opposition of having a "Mughal mindset."

"During the month of Saawan,

they are enjoying cooking mutton."

"By showing the video,

they are using the mindset from the Mughal era,

to mock true Indians."

On Twitter, there is no end of accounts

that spreads hatred against Muslims.

And PM Modi follows them.

This is our Communal Modi.

You get WhatsApp messages on your phone that tell you

that Mughals have oppressed Hindus for ages.

And that if any Hindu remains secular despite this,

they label him a coward Hindu.

They send such messages on WhatsApp.

I want to ask his WhatsApp m@fia,

do you consider yourself to be braver than Shivaji Maharaj?

Because, friends, do you know what the difference is?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Aurangzeb lived during the same time.

But do you know the difference between them?

Shivaji Maharaj was a secular Hindu.

He didn't hate Muslims.

Even if you scour through all history books, you will find no evidence

of Shivaji discriminating against any Muslim.

Argangzeb imposed Jizya tax on non-Muslims.

Do you know what Shivaji wrote about it in a letter?

He said, "The Book of Qur'an is the word of God Himself."

And the God in the Qur'an is the God of the universe.

Not a God for Muslims alone.

Hindus and Muslims were the same to him.

So spreading hatred against any religion,

goes against that God.

In his letter, Shivaji Maharaj had also written that

under Aurangzeb's rule, Hindu and Muslim soldiers were all unhappy.

Grains were very expensive.

So imposing Jizya tax on Brahmins, Jogis, and Jains was wrong.

Shivaji also wrote that imposing such taxes on the poor

goes against the Mughal traditions too.

Neither Akbar, nor Jahangir, nor Shahjahan,

had imposed such a Jizya tax.

Shivaji praises Akbar saying that

he rules for 52 years,

during which he treated everyone equally.

Saying that this is why people honour Akbar as a Jagatguru.

Now, if we were to talk about the Mughal emperor Akbar, the story repeats.

On WhatsApp, you are shown a Hindu-Muslim rivalry.

Similar to Shivaji-Aurangzeb,

here, you are shown a Hindu-Muslim rivalry between Akbar and Maharana Pratap,

to show that our history was nothing other than Hindu versus Muslim.

But once again, if you ignore WhatsApp and look at the real history,

you will see that this doesn't contain even an ounce of truth.

Look at this statue, this is Afghani Pathan Hakim Khan Sur.

Shershah Suri's descendant.

He is a Muslim warrior who fought bravely alongside Maharana Pratap,

and lost his life in the Battle of Haldighati.

On the other hand, Akbar had Hindu general Raja Man Singh.

And many Rajput soldiers in his army.

messages on WhatsApp tell you how during Aurangzeb's rule

the Vishwanath temple was demolished.

But what they fail to mention is that

the period this temple was built.

During Akbar's rule.

It was built under the supervision of Raja Man Singh.

While it's true that one Mughal emperor demolished this temple,

it's equally true that it was built by another Mughal emperor.

PM Modi admired Akbar in his G20 book Bharat the Mother of Democracy.

On the 38th page, it is written that

the third Mughal emperor, Akbar, practised a kind of democracy.

Where all religions were treated the same.

Akbar had introduced the doctrine of Sulh-i-Kul.

It literally means Peace For All.

This booklet mentions the Navratna, the Nine Gems too.

Akbar's nine wise councillors who helped him

implement pro-people schemes.

Let me inform WhatsApp's students that

4 out of these 9 were Hindus.

Raja Todar Mal, Raja Man Singh,

Raja Birbal, and Tansen.

Do you know that Saint Tulsidas,

wrote Ramcharitmanas during Akbar's rule?

Not only this, Ram Leela began during his reign.

By Megha Bhagat, a disciple of Tulsidas.

Many Hindu epics like Ramayana, Mahabharata, Vishnu Purana,

and Katha Saritsagar,

were translated to Persian during this time under Akbar's reign.

Not only Akbar, Mughal Prince Dara Shikoh,

translated 52 Upanishads and Bhagawat Geeta to Persian.

He believed that the Upanishads were the Kitab al-Maknun

The hidden, lost books mentioned in the Qur'an,

as humanity's first monotheistic text.

He claimed the Upanishads' importance for Muslims and the entire world.

Historian K. K. Mohammad claims that

the Persian translation of the Upanishads,

helped translate them into French and Latin later.

After this, it reached American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson.

And thus began a new movement all over the world,

where Indian religious and cultural texts were studied globally.

All of this could happen because of a Mughal prince, Dara Shikoh.

You won't be told this on WhatsApp.

because the content you receive there,

will try to play the Hindu-Muslim angle.

so that you can be convinced to hate Muslims.

To create a divide between the Hindus and Muslims.

Not doing so will result in the failure of their brainwashing agenda.

How will they project that Hindus are in danger because of Muslims

so you need to vote for Modi?

Delhi's Dalhousie Road was renamed

Dara Shikoh Road

by BJP-led NDMC in 2017.

In 2020, Modi's Ministry of Cultural set up a 7-member panel,

under the Archaeological Survey of India

to locate the grave of Mughal Prince Dara Shikoh.

While we are talking about the Mughals and secularism,

how can we forget the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar?

Do you know that along with celebrating Eid,

he celebrated Dushhera and Diwali too?

Bahadur Shah Zafar and his son opposed British colonialism.

During the 1857 Revolt,

Many soldiers from Meerut proclaimed him as their leader.

After this, he urged many Nawabs, zamindars,

and local leaders,

to fight against the British rule together.

He joined hands with the likes of Nana Saheb, Rani Lakshmi Bai,

Begum Hazrat Mahal, and such others.

But unfortunately, he was captured by the British,

and exiled to Burma.

When our secular PM Modi went there in 2017,

he visited Zafar's grave and paid a floral tribute.

But apart from these Mughals, there were other secular Muslim rulers too.

Like Awadh's last king,

Wajid Ali Shah.

He introduced Adaab in Lucknow.

As a secular salutation.

Kashmir's Zainul Abidin,

he abolished the Jizya tax,

and to respect Hindu sentiments,

he prohibited the sl@ughtering of cows.

He extended his patronage to Sanskrit language and literature.

But the history of rulers isn't the only evidence, friends.

We have many evidences apart from this,

that proves that the common Hindu and common Muslim masses,

existed together happily throughout history.

The Hindu-Muslim rivalry that is being circulated on WhatsApp

or Hindus being oppressed by Muslims,

are all lies.

We saw cordial relations between Hindus and Muslims,

known as the Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb.

People respected Hindu and Muslim saints both,

celebrated festivals together,

art forms like paintings and music flourished.

There's so much to say on this topic that

I can make a separate video talking about it.

And if we talk about the present day,

we still see how Muslims

are organising Ram Leela.

Many Muslims participate in Ram Leela and play different roles.

Some many Ravan's effigies.

You can find so many pictures of Muslim kids dressing up as Radha or Krishna,

and celebrating Janmashtami.

Muslim singer Mohammad Rafi,

Muslim lyricist Shakeel Badauni,

Muslim musician Naushad,

do you even know the Bhajans that they have composed?

Man Tarpa Thari Darshan Ko Aaj

Today, we see Hindus organising Iftar parties for Muslims.

It's true that we have witnessed communal violence from time to time.

There have been hateful opportunists

who want to divide Hindus and Muslims.

They want to create a rift in our country.

But everything that happened in our country over the last 1,000 years,

Hindus and Muslims have gone through it together.

It's said that History Often Repeats Itself.

We see a power-hungry politician once again who wants to divide us.

He wants to exploit us using the Divide-and-Rule formula.

To do so, propaganda is circulated through WhatsApp and pro-government media,

so that our hearts can be filled with hatred.

People like Kangana Ranaut disrespect our freedom fighters by saying that

"if you got independence as a charity, is it real independence?"

And that we got real freedom only after 2014.

This refers to the WhatsApp m@fia's propaganda that tells you

that Hindus have always been downtrodden.

Politically, socially, culturally, for thousands of years,

we have been trampled on.

And only now did we get 'real confidence.'

I want to ask such people,

Vijayanagara's emperor Krishnadevaraya,

Maharana Pratap,

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,

did all of them lack confidence?

Hindu saints like Tulsidas, Meera Bai, Swami Vivekananda,

did they lack confidence too?

In 1893's Chicago speech, Swami Vivekananda said

"I am proud to belong to a religion,

which has taught the world tolerance and universal acceptance."

But PM Modi and his WhatsApp m@fia,

disrespect all Hindus in our country by saying that,

we have lived oppressed lives for thousands of years.

We've had enough.

Now is the time to end this WhatsApp m@fia.

Let me tell you about the 3 steps once again.

Join my WhatsApp channel.

Click on the bell icon to get prompt notifications,

scan this QR code to get the link

or use the one in the description.

Message by message, we will wipe out their lies.

We will reach all 100 crore (1 billion) voters in our country.

Mission 100 Crore

Step 2, this is the fifth time I'm saying this, Don't Forget to Vote!

And step 3, speak out wherever you can.

Get out of your homes to your neighbourhoods and nearby villages,

tell your friends and family,

forward messages on WhatsApp,

Jai Hind!

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