History, they say, is written by the winners of war in glorifying their courage, valour and dominance over their opponents.
Many a countries history has been distorted by invasions of Europeans in the garb of trade, silently bringing in troops to 'Protect' their traders.
Stark example of wiping out whole of history; including local languages, traditions and culture while force-breeding with the locals inducing fear amongst them, happened throughout the continent of South America.
Except for the tribals deep inside the Amazonian forests, most others speak either Spanish or Portuguese and have no clue of their own native languages.
Our own country is not far behind in embracing history as narrated by the British or other vandals who plundered our country.
Even after 72 years of independence, efforts to revisit history and rewrite many follies, has been kept at a bay by vested interests, masquerading as intellectuals in literary and other fields including corrupt politicians and bureaucrats!!
Now, people should question the apathy to rewrite Indian history books with correct narratives.
At least, let our future generations know the correct historical instances and events, they can relate to their particular State or Region & of India as well!
Many a countries history has been distorted by invasions of Europeans in the garb of trade, silently bringing in troops to 'Protect' their traders.
Stark example of wiping out whole of history; including local languages, traditions and culture while force-breeding with the locals inducing fear amongst them, happened throughout the continent of South America.
Except for the tribals deep inside the Amazonian forests, most others speak either Spanish or Portuguese and have no clue of their own native languages.
Our own country is not far behind in embracing history as narrated by the British or other vandals who plundered our country.
Even after 72 years of independence, efforts to revisit history and rewrite many follies, has been kept at a bay by vested interests, masquerading as intellectuals in literary and other fields including corrupt politicians and bureaucrats!!
Now, people should question the apathy to rewrite Indian history books with correct narratives.
At least, let our future generations know the correct historical instances and events, they can relate to their particular State or Region & of India as well!
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