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Historically, communalism in India has deep roots, aggravated by British colonial “divide and rule” policies that sowed divisions among different religious groups.

After independence, communalism has continued to shape India's socio-political landscape, influencing voting patterns, politics, and social relations. The communal divide often leads to polarization and communal riots, disrupting harmony and stability.

Communalism takes various forms including political, social, and economic, with political communalism often involving leaders exploiting religious divides for electoral gains. It undermines the pluralistic foundation of Indian democracy by promoting religious superiority and antagonism. Efforts to address communalism involve promoting communal harmony, intercultural dialogue, education, and enforcing laws to prevent hate speech and violence.

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