Aabhas Maldahiyar is an architect and urban designer initially drawn to Marxism, his visit to Ajanta's caves sparked a transformation, leading him to explore the connection between history, architecture, and politics. He is a skilled reader of Persian manuscripts and his works include "Modi Again: An Ex-Communist's Manifesto" and "Babur: The Chessboard Kings.”
In this episode Vinamre & Aabhas discussed,
- The importance of reviving Savarkar's legacy, followed by exploring the true essence of Hindutva
- Islam and its sects, analyzing Marxism and communism, and his personal experiences with Marxism
- Impact of the Mughal era on India's wealth and Babur's conquests and his historical legacy.
If you are a History Geek and interested in knowing more about Babur and his life, then this episode is for you
You can buy his book here: https://amzn.in/d/8qYVOg1
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
4:13 - Savarkar & Hindutva
14:43 - Understanding the Real Meaning of Hindutva
19:28 - Understanding Islam and Its Different Sects
22:37 - The Nupur Sharma Case
25:20 - Understanding Marxism and Communism
33:21 - Personal Experience with Marxism
38:48 - The Archaeological Masterpiece of Ajanta Caves
41:55 - Why the Left is Always Anti-Establishment
46:21 - Only Hindus Can Criticize Their Religion
50:51 - Why He Chose Babur for His Book
56:51 - Did the Mughal Era Make India Rich?
58:38 - Why Genghis Khan is Called Barbaric
1:04:50 - Understanding "The Reconquista"
1:09:08 - Aspirations of Timur
1:12:30 - Failed and Successful Battles of Babur
1:19:25 - Was Babur Bisexual?
1:25:43 - The Belief in Astrological Omens
1:29:07 - How His Conquests Failed
1:32:15 - Why Babur was Called "Shatranj Ka Badshah"
1:35:22 - Conclusion
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