An Indian-American student at the University of Houston has raised concerns about a course on Hinduism, alleging that it promotes “Hinduphobia” and misrepresents India’s political landscape. The course, titled “Lived Hindu Religion,” is taught online by Professor Aaron Michael Ullrey. The student, Vasant Bhatt, claims that the course portrays Hinduism as a political tool used by Hindu nationalists and as a system of oppression against minorities. Bhatt has filed a complaint with the university, which is currently reviewing the matter. The controversy has sparked broader discussions about academic freedom and the representation of religions in educational settings.
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