Terrorism and communalism of all types is a threat India. We need to remain vigilant against acts of terrorism of all kinds, no matter who commits them._______Rahul Gandhi

Both Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and the banned Students’ Islamic Movement of India follow fundamentalist ideologies

The AICC general secretary, Mr Rahul Gandhi, speaking at a press conference here Wednesday at the end of a three-day Madhya Pradesh tour, equated the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh with the banned Students’ Islamic Movement of India, saying both followed fundamentalist ideologies. He said he wanted to “open the gates of politics” to the young to “empower them to take on the task of nation-building”.

Sonia for tougher law against violence in the name of religion and caste

Congress president Sonia Gandhi, who was not convinced about its present form, had also suggested changes to make it tougher for those instigating caste and communal violence. The draft Bill would be ready soon with the changes.

Mr. Chidambaram said it was not acceptable to hear news of communal and caste violence even after several years of Independence. It could not be digested if the violence happened in the land where great leaders such as Periyar, Anna, Kamaraj lived and preached the ideals of social and communal harmony.

The proposed law would play a lead role in preventing violence. It would enable law enforcers to take stringent measures against those instigating and organising communal violence.

We will ensure that this great, liberal and plural nation of ours is not weakened by hatred and bigotry

"We will ensure that this great, liberal and plural nation of ours is not weakened by hatred and bigotry."

It's misfortune that Rahul is being criticized for taking all the positive steps.

It has become a usual practice of opposition parties to criticise Rahul Gandhi for anything and everything. It's misfortune that Rahul is being criticized for taking all the positive steps. He is criticized for visiting dalit homes; he is criticized for visiting poor, etc. In this matter he is being criticized for the affairs of a state. Is he the Chief Minister of Haryana! By the way what more should Rahul do to prove his support for Dalits! BJP should dig its own soul and see how the factors that spread hatred ness among various communities are present in its organisation.

Rupess Two thousand fine for commiting crime against humanity in the name of religion........

The punishment is not enough. Not only must Justice be done; it must also be seen to be done. 
Law must be dynamic to fight terror: Law Minister Veerappa Moily

Commitment, dedication and honesty should be the hallmark of the work of administrators

An enlightened citizenry conscious of its civic duties and social responsibilities, maintaining discipline, following good habits particularly about hygiene and cleanliness, respectful towards nature's bounty and sensitive to environmental concerns is the greatest asset of a nation.

Peaceful co-existence is inherent in our culture.Terrorism, which targets innocent people, is the very anti-thesis of peaceful co-existence. It is condemnable because it is against the tenets of every religion and faith. It must be defeated in the interest of collective goal of human kind to build peaceful societies and a peaceful world.

Let us prove that we can be united as human beings and not divided. Let fight against violence and extremism be an important part of promoting peace and harmony," she said adding if the people were to be bound by feelings of hatred, mistrust and apathy, the country would never move forward.

No religion sanctions violence. No religion preaches hatred. No religion endorses animosity towards another human being.

I believe that both the government and civil society groups must continuously watch and raise our voice against groups and individuals who use violence in the name of religion.

No religion sanctions violence. No religion preaches hatred. No religion endorses animosity towards another human being. Those who use religious symbols and forums to talk of violence, sectarianism and discord cannot be said to be true spokesperson of their respective religion.

We also know that all societies, including ours, have to contend with such preachers of disharmony and disagreement. That is why it is all the more important to recognize and applaud those like today's distinguished award winners.