Fighting fascism on Clubhouse

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What Exactly Is Fascism?

Fascism is a right-wing political philosophy that promotes ultranationalism, and interests of a specific race or religion. It stands for a centralised, autocratic government, headed by a dictatorial leader, with severe economic and social regimentation, and forcible suppression of opposition. It might be disguised in the form of an imposing democratic regime.

* Controlled Press And Media

The last couple of years have also proven to be a period of decline in journalism in India.
The lack of intent shown by the media in questioning the government for its failed policies, lack of implementation of numerous schemes, false data, and claimed the success that lies only on paper has raised serious doubts over freedom of press and media in India.

* Religion And Government Intertwined: Creating Communal Divide By Affiliating With A Particular Religion

Rise of communalism is another concern that has remained prevalent in recent times. The Hindu-Muslim divide seems to be on an all-time high in the last 25 years. Minorities have blamed the government of being biased towards them in favour of the majority Hindu community.
The government has been observed to distract the attention of the masses from important national issues by diverting limelight towards petty issues such as beef, azaan, interfaith marriage, etc. Such issues have led to a high crime rate. The government has been hypocritical. It has applied its policies selectively. Where eating beef in the North-Eastern states and Goa is a non-issue, it takes a relevant position in states such as Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and, Hyderabad.

* Suppressed Freedom Of Expression

The current era in India is a very dangerous one. Though Article 19 of the Indian Constitution provides for freedom of expression with certain (reasonable) restrictions but questioning the government, standing for the right, supporting a certain section of the society might land one in deep trouble.
One might be labelled an anti-national, a pro-Pakistani, an urban-Naxal, etc. The government is creating an air of fear, where people are frightened to stand for their rights.

- Nitish Kapur (youth ki awaaz)