Unmasking Colonial Lies!

Unmasking Colonial Lies: How the British Systematically Distorted Hindu History and Culture.

"Unmasking Colonial Lies: The British systematically distorted Hindu history and culture through biased interpretations, textual manipulation, and the promotion of divisive narratives to solidify their imperial power."

For generations, Indians have been educated under a historical narrative meticulously crafted by colonial powers and their allies. From school textbooks to popular culture, a certain image of Hindu society – steeped in superstition, barbaric rituals, and inherent backwardness – has been relentlessly projected. But what if this entire narrative is a carefully constructed facade? What if the history we've been taught for the last century is not just incomplete, but a deliberate hoax designed to instill shame and self-loathing in Hindus, while glorifying the colonial project?

It's a jarring realization, but increasingly, historical revisionism is revealing a disturbing truth: colonial kings and their intellectual foot soldiers intentionally twisted facts, fabricated lies, and propagated fake narratives about Hindu culture, traditions, societal norms, philosophy, and history. The goal? To make Indians despise their own roots, customs, and rich heritage, while simultaneously making them yearn for colonial customs and stand in awe of white skin. This wasn't accidental; it was a calculated strategy of cultural gaslighting, a systematic manipulation designed to break the spirit of a civilization and legitimize foreign rule.

One of the most potent examples of this historical distortion is the narrative surrounding Sati. Millions of children growing up with NCERT textbooks have been led to believe that Sati was a widespread, compulsory, and murderous Hindu practice, a barbaric ritual where women were routinely burned on their husband's pyres. This horrifying image became a cornerstone of the colonial justification for their "civilizing mission" in India, reinforcing the idea of inherent Hindu savagery.

However, a closer examination of history reveals a far more nuanced and complex reality, starkly contrasting with the simplistic demonic portrayal. Emerging evidence suggests that Sati, far from being a widespread societal norm, was a rare and context-specific act. Historical accounts indicate that in certain instances, particularly during times of war and invasion, queens and noblewomen, facing the imminent threat of capture, rape, and enslavement at the hands of marauding invaders – often Muslim and barbarian thugs who plundered kingdoms – chose self-immolation as a desperate act of agency and honor. It was a tragic choice born out of extreme circumstances, a grim reflection of the brutal realities of a war-torn era.

Yet, this nuanced historical context was deliberately erased and replaced with a sensationalized and demonized version. Enter figures like Ram Mohan Roy, often lauded as a social reformer. While historical analysis suggests a more complex and arguably self-serving role, Roy, actively promoted by the East India Company, became instrumental in amplifying the colonial narrative of Sati. He, along with the evangelical-utilitarian alliance within the British administration, inflated the number of incidents to horrific levels, presenting it as a rampant and compulsory practice. This deliberate exaggeration served a dual purpose: it validated British rule as a moral imperative to save "barbaric" Hindus and provided a powerful tool to further denigrate Hindu culture in the eyes of both Indians and the world.

The impact of this propaganda is profound and long-lasting. Generations of Hindus have grown up internalizing this distorted narrative, leading to a sense of shame and guilt about their own heritage. They have been conditioned to despise aspects of their ancient religion and traditions, while simultaneously being subtly encouraged to admire and emulate Western customs and values. This carefully orchestrated cultural assault aimed to break the backbone of Indian identity and make the populace more pliable to colonial rule.

The truth is, much of the "Indian history" we have consumed for the last century is filtered through a colonial lens, often written by entities like the BBC and The Guardian – institutions deeply rooted in Western perspectives and, arguably, biases. This means we must acknowledge the possibility that much of what we've been taught is propaganda, twisted to fit a pre-defined narrative designed to whitewash colonial crimes of misappropriating India’s wealth and seizing power. Figures like Ram Mohan Roy, in this light, become less heroic reformers and more tragic collaborators, driven by personal gain and contributing to the systematic dismantling of indigenous cultural pride. As someone rightly put it, Ram Mohan Roy may be the "1st Fraud 'intellectual' promoted by the East India Company," laying the groundwork for generations of similar narratives, culminating perhaps in figures like Max Muller, who continued to shape Western understanding of India through a prejudiced lens.

It's not about glorifying every ancient practice simply because it is old, nor about vilifying it solely because it makes us uncomfortable by modern standards. What is urgently needed is an empathetic understanding of the past. We must move beyond the "shame and guilt" lens imposed upon us by colonial narratives. We need to critically re-examine historical accounts, challenge established narratives, and reclaim our history on our own terms. Unmasking these colonial lies is not just an academic exercise; it is a vital step towards restoring cultural pride, reclaiming our true heritage, and building a future rooted in authentic understanding and self-respect. Only then can we truly break free from the lingering shadows of colonial manipulation and embrace the richness and complexity of our own history without apology.

A short video on how everything Hindu was demeaned in colonial times. It was claimed that pilgrimage to Jagannath killed lakhs!

Macaulay was responsible for the removal of Sanskrit and Arabic from the education system. He was an invader and so it was his dharma to destroy at the behest of his masters.The real burning question is Why are we still asleep and what is our Dharma?