I am surprised that Marshall did not accuse me of being a hinduvta apologist - after all, my opinions were in line with those of Santosh's. I think we can all agree that the CSF is a communal organization that seeks to promote what it sees as a christian point of view by projecting its views as being superior to those of "competitor" religions. Many on the receiving end would consider this to be abusive and denigrating. I say, it is free speech - a right that needs to be protected. Ironically, the CSF itself wishes to trample on the rights of others who disagree with its principles as was the case with movies like the Da Vinci Code, or the rights of gays and homosexuals. I would agree with Marshall that the CSF cannot be compared to the Sangh Pavivar due the latter's role in violence against minorities. However, a quick peek at the CSF's website gives a very clear insight to its fundamentalist and intolerant tone. Perhaps the lack of violence from the CSF is more due to its lack of ability than intent. Is the CSF secular? Hell no. It should rename itself to the CCF, the Christian Communal Forum.
Marlon ________________________________ From: Marshall Mendonza <[email protected]> To: goanet <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 8:43 PM Subject: [Goanet] The Gospel provides powerful hope for India's temple prostitutes | The CSF As a sangh parivar (hindutva) apologist/sympathiser, Santosh's response was on expected lines. One can let one's imagination run riot and come to as many conclusions as one desires.Helping women in distress come out of prostitution can in no way be said to constitute anti-hindu sentiments as Santosh would like to mislead us and give a communal flavour. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Protect Goa's natural beauty Support Goa's first Tiger Reserve Sign the petition at: http://www.goanet.org/petition/petition.php ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
