Dear all, Venkat has mentioned points worth noting and these are facts that can not be ignored. I do agree it may upset certain persons, but the fact reamins our culture and heritage has been more that 6000 years and i would say one of the most scientific.
Also, no harm in any religion as every body has the right to follow one. But motivating a religion change, mostly by luring them giving monetary benefits is wrong. Amit To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Fri, 11 Apr 2008 19:20:52 +0800Subject: Re: [ =>> Jharkhand <<= ] Re: Malda: VHP 'converts' 19 Christian tribals to Hinduism Dayanidhi I agree with your sentiments 200%. All communities have their own individual way of beliefs, culture etc. The tribals have a complete right to their religion. Nobody should come and impose or seduce or coerce them to change their religion -- be it hindu or Christians. But why are you not asking .. who is indulging in this activities ... Have a look at Nagaland . It is nearly 100% Christian today. What happened to tribal religion. Why govt did not protect it. People in india of varying beliefs have thousands and thousands of years of living amicably without forcing their beliefs on others. The tribals have maintained their beliefs just like many of us have. But what has changed in the last 100 years or so. The answer is .. the arrival of missionaries. With their agenda to use social service to convert and replace native beliefs with their religion. So please Dayanidhi ... do you blame the Hindu or Hindutva for this problem. Some one else is the trouble creator. Venkat
