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Fundamentalism and Extremism
Explore the rise of fundamentalist ideologies across South Asia and their
implications on society, politics, and human rights.
Explore the rise of fundamentalist ideologies across South Asia and their implications on society, politics, and human rights.
Minority Rights
Examine the status of minority communities, including religious, ethnic, and linguistic minorities, and assess the challenges they face in asserting their rights and identities.
Examine the status of minority communities, including religious, ethnic, and linguistic minorities, and assess the challenges they face in asserting their rights and identities.
Religious Pluralism and Freedom
Investigate the prevalence of gender-based violence and discrimination against women and marginalised genders, and discuss the underlying socio-political factors perpetuating such injustices.
Investigate the prevalence of gender-based violence and discrimination against women and marginalised genders, and discuss the underlying socio-political factors perpetuating such injustices.
We are particularly interested in articles that critically analyse and address the following themes
Fundamentalism and Extremism
Explore the rise of fundamentalist ideologies across South Asia and their implications on society, politics, and human rights.
Minority Rights
Examine the status of minority communities, including religious, ethnic, and linguistic minorities, and assess the challenges they face in asserting their rights and identities.
Gender-Based Violence
Investigate the prevalence of gender-based violence and discrimination against women and marginalised genders, and discuss the underlying socio-political factors perpetuating such injustices.
CALL FOR ARTICLES
Exploring Political Dynamics in South Asia
he Secularist invite submissions for feature articles, political/social analysis, and book reviews that delve into the intricate political landscape of South Asia. The region has been facing numerous challenges, including fundamentalism, minority rights issues, gender-based violence, and increasing intolerance towards marginalized communities based on class, caste, and religion
Growing Intolerance and Polarization
Analyze the increasing levels of intolerance towards minority groups, lower classes, and marginalised communities, and explore its impact on social cohesion and political stability.
Caste Dynamics
Shed light on the entrenched caste system and its influence on socio-political structures, access to resources, and opportunities for mobility and empowerment.
Religious Pluralism and Freedom
Examine the state of religious pluralism and freedom of belief in South Asia, and discuss challenges and opportunities for promoting interfaith harmony and understanding.
We are soliciting interest from scholars and journalists who are interested in contributing towards this space. We encourage submissions that offer diverse perspectives, rigorous analysis, and evidence-based insights into these pressing issues. Articles may draw upon historical context, comparative studies, empirical research, and case studies to illuminate the complexities of the political landscape in South Asia.
Submission Guidlines
Articles should be between 800 to 1500 words.
Citations and references should follow a recognized academic style.
Please include a brief author biography (maximum 100 words) along with your submission.
Deadline for submissions: 31 July 2024.
Please submit your articles or inquiries to ritu.mahendru@the-secularist.com.
We look forward to engaging with insightful analysis and perspectives that contribute to a deeper understanding of the political, environmental, and social dynamics in South Asia.
