This becomes important because with Christianity comes education. The Christian minority, meanwhile, is virtually helpless to protect itself, given tacit approval for these acts of violence from top government officials. There were 200 reported cases in the last year, and the real number is much higher. Dayal said many violations go unreported because Christians fear reprisals. Dayal blames the attacks on nationalist politicians who use religion as a tool for political gain.
Hindu nationalism upholds one religion, one culture and one nation.
Christians as scapegoats Said Fr. We are the scapegoats for their failures. The three were asleep in their car in the state of Orissa when a mob, shouting Hindu slogans, set fire to their car. Villagers were beaten for trying to help Staines and his sons. Staines and his sons were in the village to attend an annual Bible camp.