Aabhas Maldahiyar is an architect and urban designer initially drawn to Marxism, his visit to Ajanta's caves sparked a transformation, leading him to explore the connection between history, architecture, and politics. He is a skilled reader of Persian manuscripts and his works include "Modi Again: An Ex-Communist's Manifesto" and "Babur: The Chessboard Kings.”

In this episode Vinamre & Aabhas discussed,

The importance of reviving Savarkar's legacy, followed by exploring the true essence of Hindutva
Islam and its sects, analyzing Marxism and communism, and his personal experiences with Marxism
Impact of the Mughal era on India's wealth and Babur's conquests and his historical legacy.

If you are a History Geek and interested in knowing more about Babur and his life, then this episode is for you

You can buy his book here: https://amzn.in/d/8qYVOg1


Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

4:13 - Savarkar & Hindutva

14:43 - Understanding the Real Meaning of Hindutva

19:28 - Understanding Islam and Its Different Sects

22:37 - The Nupur Sharma Case

25:20 - Understanding Marxism and Communism

33:21 - Personal Experience with Marxism

38:48 - The Archaeological Masterpiece of Ajanta Caves

41:55 - Why the Left is Always Anti-Establishment

46:21 - Only Hindus Can Criticize Their Religion

50:51 - Why He Chose Babur for His Book

56:51 - Did the Mughal Era Make India Rich?

58:38 - Why Genghis Khan is Called Barbaric

1:04:50 - Understanding "The Reconquista"

1:09:08 - Aspirations of Timur

1:12:30 - Failed and Successful Battles of Babur

1:19:25 - Was Babur Bisexual?

1:25:43 - The Belief in Astrological Omens

1:29:07 - How His Conquests Failed

1:32:15 - Why Babur was Called "Shatranj Ka Badshah"

1:35:22 - Conclusion

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