The article titled “The Pseudo-Scientific Politics of Ethnographic Hindutva” critiques the ethnographic and pseudo-scientific narratives promoted by the Hindutva movement. It argues that Hindutva’s attempt to align itself with scientific and ethnographic methods is fundamentally flawed and politically motivated. The compilation examines how these narratives are used to construct a particular version of Indian history and identity that serves the ideological goals of Hindutva, often at the expense of historical accuracy and scientific rigor.

The piece explores how the appropriation of ethnography and pseudo-science is employed to assert the superiority of a constructed Hindu identity while marginalizing other communities. It also highlights the dangers of these narratives in perpetuating communal divisions and promoting a monolithic view of Indian culture that is inconsistent with the country’s pluralistic heritage.