The term ‘Razakars’ has resurfaced in Indian politics, with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accusing Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge of suppressing the history of Razakars, who allegedly attacked his family. This article delves into the history of the Razakars, their role in the pre-independence period, and the impact of their actions on the people of Hyderabad.
Protests in Bangladesh over government job quotas for descendants of freedom fighters have turned deadly, with over 100 people killed. The violence, fueled by a controversial term ‘Razakar’ linked to collaborators with the Pakistani army during the 1971 War of Independence, has forced the government to impose a curfew and deploy the army. The protests have also highlighted issues of stagnant job growth and the shrinking number of government jobs available to all.
