Experts warn of risks from sidelining Muslims in India’s political sphere

Experts warn of risks from sidelining Muslims in India’s political sphere
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Political analysts are warning that the marginalization of Muslims in India poses a serious threat to the country’s democratic system.

According to Shia Waves Persian, studies indicate that limiting Muslim participation in politics weakens liberal democracy and fuels social tensions. Experts say the issue underscores the urgent need for parties to rethink their strategies and ensure equal opportunities for all citizens.

India, the world’s largest democracy, has faced repeated scrutiny over the health of its democratic institutions in the past decade. Recent election results highlight the dual challenge Muslims face: open exclusion by parts of the political spectrum and strategic silence by others, both of which curb genuine participation.

Observers stress that this erosion of representation not only undermines democratic principles but also risks broader social and economic fallout. Reduced Muslim involvement in policymaking could lead to unequal policies and rising discontent.

Reports from outlets including Radio Free Europe and The Guardian note that political restrictions on minorities—particularly in education, employment, and access to public resources—are deepening social divides.

Analysts emphasize that India’s democracy can only remain resilient if all citizens have fair political representation. Ensuring space for Muslim voices, they argue, would strengthen both social justice and democratic endurance.

Without urgent reforms, experts caution, the continued sidelining of Muslims could accelerate democratic backsliding and fuel inequality across the country.