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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