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Why India's Hindu nationalist party has the support of some Muslims in the country The ruling Hindu party in India has secured support from some Muslims, even though the party has been hostile to the religion.
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Why India's Hindu nationalist party has the support of some Muslims in the country

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Why India's Hindu nationalist party has the support of some Muslims in the country

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The ruling Hindu party in India has secured support from some Muslims, even though the party has been hostile to the religion.