BJP’s Contradiction: 0% Muslim MPs vs. 16% in Global Delegations

The BJP-led government’s recent formation of seven all-party delegations to advocate against terrorism abroad has exposed a glaring domestic contradiction: while Muslims constitute 16% (10 of 59) of delegates sent globally, they hold 0% representation in Parliament and the Union Cabinet, an article by Muslim Mirror revealed.

The delegations include prominent Muslim leaders like Ghulam Nabi Azad and Salman Khurshid, chosen for their diplomatic expertise. Yet, their exclusion from national decision-making roles underscores a systemic marginalization. Muslims, who form over 200 million of India’s population, remain absent from the BJP’s political ranks—a stark contrast to the party’s “Sabka Saath” rhetoric.

Critics argue this reflects symbolic tokenism—using Muslim faces for international optics while denying them institutional power. The disparity fuels concerns about constitutional equality, as India’s global pluralism narrative clashes with domestic exclusion.

True national unity, analysts stress, requires inclusive governance, not diplomatic gestures. Without Muslim voices in the Cabinet, India’s global stance risks appearing hollow. The world watches: lasting credibility demands internal cohesion, not temporary window-dressing.