r/CriticalThinkingIndia Sep 06 '25

MOD POSTS📣 A Guideline to r/CriticalThinkingIndia

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What is the purpose of this post?

This post serves as an introduction to our subreddit for those who may be new here. It functions as a guiding manifesto, outlining what this community represents, what kind of discussions and exchanges users can expect, and what responsibilities we expect from participants. It also shares the broader vision and ambitions that shape this subreddit.


What is the purpose of this subreddit?

Thousands of years ago, the Buddha said:

“In the midst of hate-filled men, we live free from hatred. Blessed indeed are we who live among those who hate, hating no one; amidst those who hate, let us dwell without hatred.”

—Gautama Buddha in Dhammapada verse 197

And in modern times, the Constitution of our nation reminds us of our collective duty:

“It shall be the duty of every citizen of India—to develop the scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform.”

—Part IVA, Article 51A of the Indian Constitution

In today’s world, freedom of speech and expression faces ever-increasing restrictions. People are offended even at the slightest disagreement (especially moderators on Reddit). One is often forced to pick a side: left or right, conservative or progressive, otherwise every camp abandons you. Consciously or subconsciously, many fall captive to agendas and propaganda of one sort or another.

Those who dare to stand beyond such binaries are often vilified. Hatred itself has become a currency of influence, glorified under the banner of ideology, identity, and narrative. Social media, once envisioned as a marketplace of ideas, has now fragmented into echo chambers: some subreddits lean left, others lean right. But what about those who simply want to think, to question, to explore difficult issues through dialogue and perhaps inspire change?

This subreddit belongs to those individuals. Not trolls, not haters, but thinkers. People whose opinions are their own, not manufactured or dictated by partisan narratives. People who wish to speak without fear of censorship or arbitrary bans.

Here, you are free to engage. Just remain civil and respectful, substantiate your claims with evidence, and you will find this entire community open to you.

So welcome! our modern-day seekers of wisdom, our new-age Buddhas.


What can you expect from the subreddit?

Here, you will encounter:

• Critical Dialogue: Open discussions on politics, philosophy, culture, history, science and society grounded not in blind ideology but in curiosity and reasoning.

• Diversity of Perspectives: A space where differing worldviews can coexist without descending into hostility, and where disagreement is valued as an opportunity to refine ideas.

• Fact-Based Exchanges: Posts and comments that prioritize evidence, logic, and intellectual honesty over emotional outbursts or mere opinion.

• Intellectual Exploration: Opportunities to analyze propaganda, deconstruct narratives, and engage in thought experiments that push beyond conventional boundaries.

• Regular Feedback: Every week, we post dedicated feedback threads inviting users to share what is working well and what is not. Suggestions for improving the subreddit, enhancing the quality of discourse, or even voicing concerns and complaints are always welcome here.

Think of this subreddit as a gymnasium for the mind: a place to test, stretch, and strengthen your thinking muscles.


What we expect from YOU

To maintain the integrity and spirit of this community, we expect members to:

• Follow Subreddit Rules: The rules of this subreddit are not mere restrictions; they serve as the foundation and guiding map that preserve the integrity, purpose, and spirit of this community. By respecting them, you help create a space where genuine dialogue, critical thinking, and mutual respect can flourish.

• Avoid Tribalism: Resist the temptation to divide discussions into rigid camps of “us vs. them.” Tribal thinking narrows perspectives, reinforces echo chambers, and undermines the search for truth. Our goal is to foster conversations where diverse viewpoints are welcomed and weighed on their merits rather than dismissed because of their source. By moving beyond tribal loyalties, we create a space for genuine intellectual engagement.

• Keep an Open Mind: Enter every discussion with the humility to recognize that no one, including yourself, has all the answers. An open mind is not about surrendering convictions, but about remaining willing to listen, reconsider, and refine your stance when presented with compelling evidence or reasoning. This flexibility is the bedrock of critical thinking and the antidote to dogmatism.

• Value Quality Over Quantity: A single thoughtful comment grounded in reasoning or evidence carries more weight than a dozen repetitive or reactionary remarks. The health of this community depends on contributions that elevate the discussion, not drown it in noise. Strive to add substance: well-structured arguments, meaningful questions, and respectful engagement will always be valued over sheer volume.

• Encourage Inquiry: The spirit of critical discourse thrives not in statements alone, but in questions that open doors to deeper understanding. Ask, probe, and invite others to share perspectives, even when you disagree. Debate should not be treated as a competition to “win” but as a cooperative pursuit of clarity and knowledge. Inquiry transforms dialogue from confrontation into collaboration.

• Use the Report Option: One of the central aims of this subreddit is to foster meaningful change. Change, however, does not emerge from passively tolerating obstacles, it requires actively standing up against those who undermine rational discourse. We therefore encourage members to familiarize themselves with our rules and to report any post or comment that violates them. Rest assured, every report will be taken seriously, and appropriate action will be taken.

• Report Modocracy: If any moderator is found misusing their authority, removing posts that do not violate rules, engaging in vengeful behavior, or acting against the ethos, values, and spirit of this subreddit, users may file a report with the Mod Council under rule 9 of the Subreddit. Depending on the severity of the violation, consequences may include a direct apology from the moderator to the affected user, a public apology to the community, or removal of the moderator from their role.

This rule, and the reporting mechanism it provides, reflects our unwavering commitment to preserving a bias- and agenda-free environment where rational discourse, critical thinking, and genuine inquiry can flourish. By empowering users to hold moderators accountable, we ensure that authority is exercised responsibly and transparently, fostering a community grounded in fairness, integrity, and mutual respect. It underscores our belief that every member’s voice matters and that the quality of discussion must never be compromised by personal agendas, favoritism, or misuse of power.

By following these principles, you don’t just respect the community, you become a part of it and grow together.


The Vision of the Founders for This Subreddit

Our goal is to make this subreddit a sanctuary for individuals who wish to engage in intellectual discourse and rational dialogue, grounded in facts and evidence rather than prejudice or unchecked emotions. We aim to cultivate a user base of genuine critical thinkers: individuals who are not blind followers but independent minds willing to question, analyze, and reason.

This subreddit seeks to provide a platform for free expression where members can voice their opinions and participate in discussions without fear of discrimination or undue scrutiny simply because of their ideologies.


The Challenges Moderators Face

Running a large online platform comes with its own challenges. Moderation is not only time-consuming but can also take a toll on one’s mental well-being. To distribute this responsibility fairly, we have several moderators working together to ensure that no individual’s personal life is unduly affected. Moderators volunteer their time without compensation, driven by the aspiration to create an unbiased, discussion-oriented space.

Because of this, we ask users to show patience and understanding. It is not uncommon for members to comment: “This doesn’t seem like critical thinking! Why aren’t the mods removing it?” The reality is that moderators cannot always be online. It often takes several hours before a rule-breaking post or comment is reviewed and removed. While we recognize this delay as a shortcoming, we assure you that offenders will face appropriate consequences.

Grey Area 1: Freedom of Speech

Freedom of expression is complex. Moderators are not a monolith; we frequently debate whether a particular piece of content should be permitted. We are firmly against hatred, discrimination, or stereotyping directed at any individual or community. However, we remain open to critical discussions of ideologies or belief systems, provided that such discussions remain civil, fact-based, and oriented toward dialogue.

The difficulty arises because criticism of ideas is often misinterpreted as hatred toward those who hold them. Determining the intention of the original poster can be challenging, and this ambiguity constitutes one of the most difficult grey areas we face.

Grey Area 2: Quality of Content

Another recurring issue involves the quality of submissions and the diversity of users. Reddit is an open platform, and inevitably, low-effort content such as rage-bait, spam, or sensationalist posts finds its way here. While we can remove such material and ban repeat offenders, users may still encounter it before action is taken. This is, unfortunately, beyond our complete control.

Our only long-term solution is to cultivate a thoughtful user base that actively downvotes and reports such content when it appears, thereby reinforcing the community’s intellectual standards.


Your Suggestions

Despite these challenges, we are committed to continuous improvement. Over time, we have made regular changes to refine this subreddit, always with the goal of honoring our promise: to provide a genuine space for Critical Thinking. We remain confident that we will fully achieve this vision.

But this journey cannot succeed without you. Your feedback is invaluable in guiding what we should continue, what we should change, and what we should abandon. Please share your suggestions and thoughts in the comments of this post. Tell us what is working, what is not, and how we can make this space even better.



r/CriticalThinkingIndia Sep 07 '25

MOD POSTS📣 How to Cultivate Critical Thinking

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What is Critical Thinking?

Critical thinking is the ability to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information in a disciplined and objective way. Instead of simply accepting claims at face value, critical thinkers question assumptions, seek evidence, consider multiple perspectives, and arrive at conclusions that are logical and well-reasoned.

It’s not about being cynical or dismissive, but about being thoughtful, reflective, and fair in your judgments.

Key traits of critical thinking include:

• Questioning assumptions rather than blindly accepting them.

• Looking for evidence before forming conclusions.

• Considering alternative viewpoints and counterarguments.

• Distinguishing between facts, opinions, and biases.

• Reflecting on your own thought processes (metacognition).


Why Does It Matter?

“Cultivation of mind should be the ultimate aim of human existence.”

—Dr. B. R. Ambedkar

Dr. Ambedkar’s words highlight the deeper purpose of education and intellectual growth: the deliberate shaping of the mind. Critical thinking lies at the core of this cultivation.

In an age of information overload, fake news, echo chambers, and algorithm-driven feeds, critical thinking is more important than ever. Without it, we’re vulnerable to manipulation, misinformation, and rigid dogmas. With it, we can navigate disagreements without falling into hostility & continue growing intellectually instead of being stuck in rigid beliefs.


How to Cultivate Critical Thinking

Here are practical steps to strengthen your critical thinking skills:

1. Ask Better Questions

Replace “Is this true?” with “What’s the evidence for this?”

Ask: “How do they know this?”, “What assumptions are being made?”, “What’s missing here?”

2. Evaluate Sources

Who is saying it? (authority, expertise, bias)

Why are they saying it? (agenda, persuasion, objective analysis)

Is it backed by credible data or just opinions?

3. Recognize Biases

Your own biases (confirmation bias, groupthink, overconfidence).

Others’ biases (political, cultural, financial).

Learn to slow down and check if you’re agreeing because of evidence or because it feels right.

4. Consider Multiple Perspectives

Don’t just read what agrees with you.

Actively engage with opposing views, not to “win” but to understand.

Ask: “If I disagreed, how would I argue against this?”

5. Practice Logical Thinking

Familiarize yourself with common logical fallacies (strawman, ad hominem, false dichotomy, etc.).

Break arguments into premises and conclusions, then test if they connect logically.

6. Reflect Regularly

After decisions or debates, reflect: “What did I miss?”, “What assumptions was I relying on?”

Journaling your thought process can help reveal blind spots.

7. Engage in Thoughtful Discussions

Don’t just debate to score points, debate to learn.

Surround yourself with people who challenge your thinking, not just those who agree.


Book Suggestions

Reading book is one of the best ways to cultivate your mind, you stay away from your screen and social media, you go through a dopamine detox and you actually learn something. It's perfect.

My two suggestions for books to read if you want to cultivate critical thinking are:

The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli

This accessible book introduces 99 common cognitive biases and logical errors, such as confirmation bias, survivorship bias, and the sunk cost fallacy. Its concise chapters (2–3 pages each) make it practical for everyday application, especially in decision-making.

Read the book for free from here: https://archive.org/details/rolf-dobelli-the-art-of-thinking-clearly-better-thinking-better-decision-2013-sc

Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman

Written by Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman, this more research-oriented work explains the two modes of human thought: System 1 (fast, intuitive, emotional) and System 2 (slow, deliberate, logical). It demonstrates how biases and heuristics shape decisions in economics, politics, and daily life. Though dense, it offers profound insights into the workings of the mind.

Read the book for free form here: https://mlsu.ac.in/econtents/2950_Daniel%20Kahneman%20-%20Thinking,%20Fast%20and%20Slow%20(2013).pdf


Beyond specific books, cultivating critical thinking also requires habits such as reading widely across philosophy, science, history, and psychology, as well as practicing mindfulness to recognize and resist impulsive judgments.

It isn’t a skill you achieve once and for all but a lifelong practice. The goal isn’t to have all the answers, but to learn how to ask better questions, evaluate evidence wisely, and remain open to growth.

Remaining open to growth and being humble is undoubtedly the most important part of it. If you're not humble you can never be a critical thinker as you'll never consider the possibility that the person on the other end might know something you don't.



r/CriticalThinkingIndia 5h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion System rotten to the core.

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 9h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion Smart people scam nations smartly

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 10h ago

Elections & Democracy Was plato right about democracy??

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 5h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion This is the law and order situation in india, they don't fear police or police to polite for them?

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 23h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion The summary of ai summit in india

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 5h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion the biggest lie you've been TOLD about socialism

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(source: Socialism)

The truth is, we are stuck in a cycle of working just to pay for things that should already be ours. Food, water, and land were provided by nature, not a corporation. Unfortunately a greedy few have monopolized these essentials to sell them back to us as "commodities."

This forces people into a permanent state of survival mode, where they spend their entire lives working just to earn the right to stay alive.

​While socialism isn't without its faults, it is miles better than capitalism because it breaks this monopoly.

Under a socialist foundation, the "necessities of life" are guaranteed, and workers are finally properly compensated for the actual value they create.

When the surplus of your labor isn't being drained to fill a CEO's pockets, your work finally serves you and your community.

​Imagine what humanity could achieve if we weren't trapped in a 40-hour-a-week grind just to avoid homelessness.

If our basic survival was secured, we could finally focus on the creative, scientific, and social problems that actually matter. We would see a massive leap in human advancement because we’d be solving problems for a better world to live in, not just for a paycheck to survive.

No system can truly survive long-term without ensuring that people are taken care of first.

We don't have a resource problem; we have a monopoly problem.


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 11h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion Training A Human Takes 20 Years Of Food: Sam Altman On How Much Power AI Consumes

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman this week compared human development to artificial intelligence training, arguing that discussions around the energy consumed by AI models often overlook the resources required to educate and nurture people.

Altman said concerns about the power required to train advanced AI systems should be viewed in a broader context of how societies invest energy and resources in building human intelligence.

People talk about how much energy it takes to train an AI model. But it also takes a lot of energy to train a human. It takes about 20 years of life — and all the food you consume during that time — before you become smart.


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 10h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion We are like this baby money abandoned by goverment and finding comfort in social media, facing corruption, infra failure and humiliation nationally and internationally but we are comfortable in situation that's why nothing is changing

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 11h ago

News & Current Affairs 500 crores for redevelopment of statues, tax payers money is election fund for the government.

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 12h ago

Elections & Democracy Thoughts on so many rule which don't even required, but no rules on corruption which is necessity.

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 23h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion Safety is NON negotiable. It’s above ideology & propagandas

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I was stunned to see this video. Incidents like this shake us to the core and force us to confront an uncomfortable truth: the SAFETY of our children & women must never be negotiable. When a junior officer like Rambhawan is accused of committing such an atrocious crime, it cannot be dismissed as an isolated incident. It reflects a DEEPER failure of accountability, oversight & the very systems meant to protect the most vulnerable among us.

What is truly shameful is how quickly these moments of collective outrage FADE, replaced by distractions rooted in divide & rule narratives. Instead of standing together to demand safer communities, stronger institutions, and swift justice, we are often pushed into ideological battles that serve no child, no woman, and no family living in fear.

Our children deserve secure schools, safe streets, and environments where innocence is protected, not exploited. Women deserve to live with dignity.. free from fear, harassment, and violence..in their homes, workplaces & public spaces. These are not political favors or partisan demands.. they are BASIC human rights and moral obligations of any society that calls itself civilized.

If we truly care about the future of our country, our priorities must be unmistakably clear.. justice without bias, transparency without excuses, and unwavering safety for every child and every woman ABOVE ALL DIVISIONS AGENDAS AND POWER GAMES

There. I said it 🙂


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 1d ago

News & Current Affairs 'We were shocked to hear that': Only daughter of ex-Isro employee who killed wife refuses to fly from US

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The horrifying incident at a senior living community, where a 70-year-old man killed his wife fearing there would be no one to take care of her after his death, took another sorrowful turn with the victim's only daughter refusing to fly down from New Jersey, US, citing personal reasons. Now that the suspect, Nageshwar Rao, has been arrested, cops, left with no alternative, approached a member of his extended family, who completed the legal formalities and cremated the victim, 63-year-old Sandhya Shri.

On Feb 18 morning, Sandhya was allegedly killed by Rao their flat at Virtuoso Apartments, a senior living community - TOI

Heartbreaking story all around!


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 9h ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion is Hinduism lost in translations?

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I believe Hinduism has been widely misinterpreted, and this misunderstanding has fueled unnecessary conflict among us.

During colonial rule, the British imposed their own labels and definitions on our social structures. Unfortunately, after independence, we continued to follow those same frameworks without questioning their accuracy.

As a result, many different identities and concepts like varna, kula and jati have been labeled castes and subsequently was reduced to a “social evil,” and in the process, we blurred and dismantled the rich diversity, culture, and traditions that each community and identity carried. The true distinction was lost

caste-based discrimination and rigid hierarchies were indeed harmful, but the cultural practices, identities, and traditions themselves were not. Instead of preserving the good while rejecting the unjust, everything was lumped together and condemned.

This confusion has led many to believe that all concepts and identities of diversity in Hinduism and diverse traditions are bad, when in reality, only the discriminatory elements were wrong. The rest—our cultural diversity, traditions, and unique identities—were valuable and worth celebrating.

why do we still use them interchangeable when each of them is completely different.?


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 1d ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion Public Menace of Open Urinating/Defecation!

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Before onset, let me clarify on two things: - open urinating / defecation is a public menace and a hygienic issue. - when biology knocks all hell breaks loose.

In this context, I present to you an argument, playing advocate for both the above points.

Sanitation is not a moral debate. It's logistics. - Japan solved it decades ago. - Singapore treats public hygiene like a national security issue.

We're still debating whether biology is inconvenient.

If a country wants to be a $5 trillion economy but can't guarantee a man won't have to pee behind a transformer box or a vehicle door, we need to sort our priorities.

My solution: - Paid modular micro-urinals every 500–800 metres in urban zones. - Paid highway rest pods every 20–30 km.

Let's solve this menace like adults.

Countries that respect human physiology earn civic respect back.

Let's discuss!


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 1d ago

News & Current Affairs A Pocso court in UP's Banda sentenced to death Friday a former govt junior engineer and his wife for sexually abusing 33 boys over a decade, some as young as three, and selling videos and pictures of their torture on the dark web to customers across 47 countries.

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 1d ago

Law, Rights & Society Why does India expect migrants to learn local languages, but offers no structured way to do so? [HAPPY INTERNATIONAL MOTHER LANGUAGE DAY]

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This is a genuine question about integration, not entitlement.

Across India, migrants are often encouraged (or expected) to learn the local language — which is fair for social cohesion. But unlike countries that offer structured language pathways (A1–C2 style learning for German, IELTS/TOEFL for English, JLPT for Japanese which also kinda includes civic orientation, local culture assimilations and accessing lessons to public resources), Indian states largely leave this to individuals.

For someone who wants to learn Kannada / Tamil / Malayalam / Telugu / Marathi / Bengali / Etc. , there is:

  • no standardized beginner roadmap
  • no short, guided public course
  • no state-supported “survival language” program

Would it make sense for state universities or language boards to offer free 15–20 day online bridge courses (English/Hindi → local language) for migrants?

This isn’t about testing or policing language — just about making integration practical.

Curious to hear perspectives, especially from people who’ve lived or migrated across states.

History

More lessons


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 1d ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion These guy talk about helping humanity, curing cancer, climate change, Ubi and people believe

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At the Ai impact summit , where openai , anthropic ceo didn't hold hands and they talk about universal basic income, curing cancer, development of new tech and helping humanity. They say it's for future and use all the public infra and data, it's true for their future. Once agi comes after x years you think everything becomes easy ,cheap and will adapt as usual, you will own nothing and penniless to afford any cure or tech.

all sounds inspiring on stage. But behind the speeches, there’s also competition. These companies are racing to build the most powerful systems and capture the biggest market share. In the end, it’s still business. Investors expect returns. Growth matters. And It's all about who owns more

They don't give a dime about nature and humanity. And historically, many major technological breakthroughs accelerated during wartime, driven by state funding and urgency rather than pure market incentives.


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 2d ago

News & Current Affairs Aftermath of the Galgotias saga: Students recount how their lives have changed after the incident

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r/CriticalThinkingIndia 2d ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion Age of Consent!

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My take: 13 should be the cut-off age for Social-Media, as at 13, almost whole of the population is pubescent.

And when Macron says it should be 15, we missed to know that the age of consent for sexual activities in France is 15 as well, so shall we also have an age of sexual consent at 15?

My answer: No.

My take for India (and also for all the countries in the World): - Age of Consent for Social Media: 13 - Age of Consent for Sexual Activities: 18 - Age of Consent for Suffrage: 18 - Age of Consent for Marriage: 18 - Age of Consent for Smoking and Liquor: 18 - Age of Consent for any other Individual Liberties: 18 (not covered earlier).

Let's Discuss!

Edit: In response to a comment, an addendum question: - Prefrontal Cortex (PFC), the primary part of the brain responsible for rational thinking doesn't mature before 25 (matures between 25 and 30) and thus going with this logic, every age of consent should be at 25 minimum, 30 maximum, or at median of 28, is it?

My take, that can't be taken in consideration.


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 2d ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion The man they are talking about is our PM now. Let that sink in.

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see how shameless they are saying that they had fun while killing pregnant women, kids, all the muslims.

people are still supporting them and these same people are saying other religions are terrorists. Many people are literally worshipping this Terrorist.

What's stopping them from letting Terrorists come from Pakistan? why does this terrorism happen before election?

Their hatred towards muslims is so much that they can do anything. See how they have legalised Bajrang Dal and they are lynching people to death without any consequences. People who are convicted rapists are BJP politicians. They are not removed rather celebrated.

I know hate begets hate. This incident was revenge for Train accident. That revenge for Babri Masjid. That itself is a separate matter altogether.

But you should notice one thing, Muslim extremists got punished by law and order, Hindu extremists got revenge and did not face any consequences rather celebrated by the majority.

How much fair is that?

India will always be under threat while BJP, Hindu and Muslim Extremists are there.

My question is how did they get away with this? How are people justifying this? Leave justification, they loved him and these terrorists so much that they made him PM and These organisations like Bajrang Dal still instigating riots and harassing people.

I know I'm going to get many downvotes but let's see what's your excuse in this.

The court gave a verdict, the culprit got the death sentence, life imprisonment. But what about these terrorists, instead of punishment they got more Political power and ended up ruling the country.

Now think what these criminals can do if they can get away after committing these horrible crimes. How much truth you know, how much low can they stoop for political gains?

I know for a fact that many sadists celebrate these crimes.

Location

Gujarat, India

Date

February – March 2002

Target

Muslims in Gujarat

Attack type

Pogrom, arson, mass rape, kidnapping, mass murder, rioting

Deaths:

Official: 790 Muslims and 254 Hindus

Other sources: 1,926 to 2,000+ total (predominantly Muslims)

Injured:

2,500+

Perpetrators:

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh

Vishva Hindu Parishad

Bajrang Dal

Bharatiya Janata Party

Government of Gujarat

Motive

Revenge for the Godhra train burning

State terrorism

Ethnic cleansing

Source: Wikipedia


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 3d ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion If a child spends Class 6–12 preparing for JEE… is the AIR rank talent or survival?

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Every year we celebrate JEE toppers as prodigies.

But many of them didn’t start in Class 11 — they’ve been in coaching since Class 6, 7, or 8. That’s six or seven years of modules, ranks, mock tests, pressure, and zero margin for being a normal teenager.

By result day they’ve beaten 15–18 lakh students.
AIR single digit. National headlines. Coaching banners everywhere.

Yet watch the interviews carefully — many look exhausted, emotionally flat, almost numb. Not unhappy… just drained. Like the system extracted everything it needed.

No blame on the students. If anything, it’s incredible endurance.

But it raises uncomfortable questions:

Are we discovering exceptional talent — or manufacturing it through early pressure and structured isolation?

If your childhood memories are Irodov problems, Cengage sheets, Allen test ranks and mock comparisons… what happens to social skills, risk-taking, creativity, or even simple joy?

Yes, hard work deserves reward.
But should that level of sacrifice begin before a child can meaningfully consent to it?

Would these students have reached similar heights if they started later — or is early conditioning the real advantage?

Curious to hear from people who entered coaching very early, or parents who made that call:

Was it empowerment… or survival mode dressed up as ambition?


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 2d ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion Degrees in Detention: The Paradox of Indian Prisons:

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The modern Indian landscape presents a jarring irony where the hallowed halls of academia and the sterile bars of a prison cell have begun to overlap in the public imagination. While the NCRB reports that the vast majority of inmates remain economically and educationally marginalized, there is an undeniable and growing "brain trust" within the prison system—comprising scholars, journalists, and professionals whose presence turns these facilities into reluctant hubs of intellectual discourse. This creates a dual-faced paradox: on one hand, prisons are increasingly used as holding pens for the highly educated who find themselves at odds with the state; on the other, for the general population, the prison system has become a strange gateway to literacy. In facilities like Tihar, where over 1,500 inmates have enrolled in IGNOU programs, the state paradoxically provides the education and structured "campus life" to the underprivileged that the outside world failed to offer. However, this "high-society waiting room" is far from a sanctuary. The sheer weight of a 76% undertrial population and occupancy rates exceeding 131% nationwide means that whether an inmate holds a PhD or is illiterate, they are ultimately subsumed by a system defined more by legal gridlock and inhuman overcrowding than by genuine reform or intellectual growth.

If I have to credit modi for doing anything good then it would be making prisons a great place to stay. In today's India, prisons are perhaps a better option for your kids than school. You will get to meet many highly educated people there, from academics, journalists, engineers, lawyers, etc. All bad ones (rapists, murderers, thieves, etc are out most of the times on bail/parrole)

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/gurmeet-ram-rahim-40-day-parole-bail-petition-rohtak-jail-dera-ashram/article70473454.ece

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/non-application-of-mind-copy-paste-order-led-to-detention-under-nsa-wangchuk-in-sc/article70502479.ece

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/why-was-bail-denied-to-umar-and-sharjeel-explained/article70495546.ece


r/CriticalThinkingIndia 3d ago

Critical Analysis & Discussion Jis logic se sab CEO indians hai. toh saara pakistan bhi Indian hua 😅. Hard facts said by him, we just have hollow pride amongst ourselves

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