Publisher's Synopsis
In order to comprehend the prevailing sentiment among Indian Muslims, it is essential to gain insight into the socio-cultural context that shapes their identity. What is the defining characteristic of an Indian Muslim? How is the demographic of Indian Muslims delineated? One might inquire whether they are wholly distinct from other Indian societies. There are numerous questions that can only be answered through rigorous investigation and analysis.
Indeed, the image of the Indian Muslim that was formed in the collective consciousness was incomplete, and this same incomplete image persists to the present day. Upon the arrival of Muslims in the country, an image was formed that portrayed them as foreigners. Additionally, they were perceived as foreigners, although this image did not entirely dissipate over time. Subsequently, another image emerged, portraying Muslims as rulers. Furthermore, historical texts perpetuate this representation of Muslims. The subject of religious conversion is addressed in these books, but there is a paucity of detail regarding the individuals who underwent this change and the circumstances surrounding it. In reality, the demographic of "Indian Muslims" has remained consistent and continues to have descendants. In summary, the Muslim population in India is not anomalous. It is analogous to other Muslim communities in India. It should be viewed in this context. Perceiving it otherwise indicates a deficiency in the cognitive process.
