Understanding the 'Jihadi' Mindset

Submitted by Victor Chalasani (United States), Jan 17, 2003 at 14:54

In order to understand the 'Jihadi' mindset of the muslims one has to read Arun Shourie's essay "To Paradise Via Jihad in Kashmir".

Arun Shourie is among India's best known commentators on current and political affairs. His writings are backed by rigorous analysis and meticulous research. He has been an economist with the World Bank, a consultant in the planning commision and the editor of Indian Express. Among the many honours and awards, he has received the Magsaysay Award, the International Editor of the Year, the Dadabhai Naoroji and the Astor Award.

Arun Shourie is currently a sitting MLA in the Indian Parliament.

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