Hyderabad: The absence of clarity about identity and position, clear political vision and pragmatic political programme sum up the political weakness of the Muslim community in India, said President of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, Syed Sadatullah Husaini.
He was addressing the International Academic Conference titled “Tracing Trajectories: Reimagining Muslim Politics” organised by the Students Islamic Organisation (SIO), Telangana.
The two-day event, which began on Saturday (September 14), is aimed to foster a new era of critical thinking and intellectual exchange among scholars, activists, and policymakers from around the globe.
The inaugural session was held at Henry Martyn Institute with a plenary address by Syed Sadatullah Husaini on ‘Ummah at the Margin: Reimagining the Political Future of Muslims in India’.
The conference delved into the complex and multifaceted issues surrounding Muslim political identity, representation, and agency in the contemporary world. Through a series of thought-provoking sessions, participants explored the challenges and opportunities facing Muslim communities and examined potential pathways for a more just, inclusive, and equitable future.
He delved into the historical and contemporary contexts of Muslim politics in India, examining the evolving dynamics of identity, representation, and participation. “Islam provides the foundation of justice as the political premise,” he said.
Prof. Amirullah Khan, development economist and member of Telangana State Public Service Commission (TSPSC) delivered a special address on ‘Telangana Muslim: Between Minority and Marginalisation’. He focused on the critical role of Muslims in shaping political discourse and public perceptions. Participants analysed the use of the role and rhetoric of Muslim politics.
Dr Irfan Ahmed, Professor from Ibn Haldun University, Turkey addressed on “Decolonizing Democracy: Towards A Fair Indian Model Based on Share & Care”.
The conference featured a diverse range of speakers, including renowned International scholars, activists, and policymakers from around the world. Through engaging presentations, panel discussions, participants had the opportunity to share their insights, engage in critical dialogue, and contribute to a collective understanding of the complex issues at stake.
