Abdul Khaliq
The writer, a former civil servant, is secretary general of the Lok Janshakti Party.
Articles By Abdul Khaliq
In this overheated, protracted election season, Muslims are the ‘unpeople’ of India
Election rhetoric has only exacerbated Muslim fears. The new government’s first task would be to combat the overpowering atmosphere of distrust and hate bedevilling society which constitutes the foremost threat to the nation, more so than terrorism.
National security is best served when diverse voices are heard
We politicians are the archetypal opportunists, scouting for possibilities to advance our interests even when we confront a national tragedy.
Panacea that isn’t
CBI imbroglio has spurred the Supreme Court to fast-track the setting up of the Lokpal. But an unaccountable ombudsman is no solution.
Glass ceiling, caste wall
Supreme Court order on reservation in promotions sanctifies unequal representation of Dalits in higher bureaucracy.
A matter of untruth
Indifference to facts has become a cultural phenomenon. Media, politicians must take the blame.
Archbishop’s Message
The real issue is not whether or not he is entitled to make a political statement.
The fire next time
Recent debate on the Atrocities Act should factor in the milieu that marginalises Dalits at every step.
A false dilemma
For Ramachandra Guha empathy for Muslims is a liberal predicament. He makes a deeply unfair argument
The other, the enemy
Message from Gujarat elections: The Muslim is more alone than ever before.
Tryst With Inequality
India has failed the Constitution’s commitment to social justice
Anniversary appeal
Muslim community is on the edge. Only the PM can address its concerns
Adieu, Lokpal?
The governing elites are in no mood to see a functioning ombudsman that will curb the power of the political executive.
We, the other
The inexorable march of Hindutva to the centre of our national life deeply disturbs Muslims.
How babus play ball
Irrespective of the Opposition’s strident demand for a rollback, it is clear that demonetisation is irrevocable.
A whole new ball game
Cricketers and fans are compelled to wear an ugly nationalism on their sleeve
The AMU Test
At stake in the minority status row is a larger principle.
Honoring Mufti’s legacy: Will Mehbooba’s government go back to a policy of drift and knee-jerk reactions?
Would the PDP now want to switch to a tie-up with a party whose sole political doctrine today is to blindly oppose everything that the present central government does?
Peace in the time of Pathankot
PM Modi must not give in to the war cries. His Pakistan project must continue
The Fanatic Mainstream
In a divided social milieu, ‘sabka saath, sabka vikas’ is an idle fancy.
The door is still not open
Debates over affirmative action reflect the resilience of bastions of privilege.
