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BJP Adopts British‑Era Dharna Tradition, Says ThePrint
✍️ ThePrint
🗓 23 Jul 2026, 12:18 PM
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ThePrint has highlighted that the practice of Dharna, a form of protest, has deep roots in medieval India and that the BJP is now following a path established by the British.
ThePrint recently published an article titled "Dharna was sacred even in medieval India. BJP is following the path the British created" that examines the historical roots of Dharna.
The piece notes that Dharna has long been regarded as a respected and even sacred form of protest in India, tracing back to medieval times.
It argues that the BJP is now adopting this tradition, but in a manner that mirrors the approach introduced by the British during colonial rule.
The article suggests that this alignment reflects a broader trend of political parties using historical practices to legitimize contemporary strategies.
The piece notes that Dharna has long been regarded as a respected and even sacred form of protest in India, tracing back to medieval times.
It argues that the BJP is now adopting this tradition, but in a manner that mirrors the approach introduced by the British during colonial rule.
The article suggests that this alignment reflects a broader trend of political parties using historical practices to legitimize contemporary strategies.