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Ashes and Azaan: North East Delhi, 2020
Summary The report “Ashes and Azaan: North East Delhi, 2020” is a personal account by Farhin Afza detailing a visit to North East Delhi in February 2020, following the violence. The author describes witnessing the destruction of Masjid-e-Furqania and its adjoining madrasa in Brijpuri, which
Decriminalizing Faith: Muslim Identity and the Weaponization of Law in India
Summary In India, Muslim identity faces increasing legal scrutiny, as laws like the UAPA and Waqf amendments are perceived as tools for exclusion rather than minority protection. This has led to widespread discrimination, affecting religious practices, housing, and businesses. Communal violence surged by a startling
A Fast of Dedication and Defiance: The Politicisation of Ramadan
Summary Ramadan, a sacred period for Muslims, has historically and continues to be politicized in India, moving from devotion to a time marked by hostility and systematic antagonism. Authorities and vigilante groups surveil mosques, disrupt prayers, and promote economic boycotts, weaponizing religious identity. This criminalization
The Ephemeral Line Between Faith and Politics: Waqf and Muslim Identity in India
Summary The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, is seen as a move to undermine the rights and autonomy of Indian Muslims, despite constitutional promises of equality. While the government claims it aims for efficiency and transparency, critics argue problematic provisions, like including non-Muslims in Waqf management
Bulldozer Justice and the Erasure of Muslim Identity: Case Commentary
Summary The Supreme Court of India’s judgment condemning “bulldozer justice” is criticized as a hollow victory. While the ruling establishes procedural safeguards, it fails to address the core issue of the systematic targeting of Muslims through punitive demolitions. The article argues that the court’s “judicial
EDITORIAL NOTE
Summary The Mishkat Blog is a new student-run initiative by Project Mishkat, created to promote discourse on Muslim identity in India. It aims to foster “Muslim Public Intellectualism for the Commoners” by welcoming articles on a wide range of subjects, not limited to religious or
