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An article recently published by Kabul Press suggests the genocide of the Hazara people, fuelled by British colonial policies in the late 19th century, remains a critical issue demanding recognition and reparations as the community continues to face systemic violence and cultural erasure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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According to the source, the late 19th century marked a devastating period for the Hazara population in present-day Afghanistan, where British support for Pashtun tribes led to the systematic extermination of over 60% of the Hazara people. This genocidal campaign, orchestrated under Abdur Rahman Khan Barikzai, was driven by British interests in Central Asia, undermining the Hazara\u2019s right to self-determination and resulting in widespread forced displacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cultural genocide compounded these atrocities, exemplified by the destruction of significant heritage sites like the Buddhas of Bamiyan. The Taliban’s obliteration of these symbols in 2001 reflects a broader effort to erase Hazara identity, perpetuating a narrative of subjugation. The Hazara community has been misrepresented as “rebels,” further marginalizing their struggle for recognition and justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The psychological impact of this genocide has created intergenerational trauma, instilling fear and anxiety within the community. State-sanctioned violence, such as the Kochi campaigns, exemplifies ongoing oppression, with Kochi groups enjoying political privileges while engaging in land encroachments against the Hazara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In contemporary times, the rise of Pashtun nationalism poses additional threats, as extremist groups advocate for a Greater Pashtunistan, further marginalizing the Hazara and other ethnic groups. Calls for international recognition of the Hazara genocide are paramount, as acknowledgment serves as a crucial step toward justice and healing. The article finally concludes that the British government bears a moral obligation to apologize and provide reparations, supporting initiatives aimed at preserving Hazara culture.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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