Study finds rise in Islamophobia, disregard for the rule of law among police

Bollywood's depictions of Muslims over time have gone from good to ugly

After partition, Indian film often portrayed Muslims as loyal and good, but the rise of Hindu nationalism has helped normalise far less friendly tropes, explains one culture expert.

Study finds rise in Islamophobia, disregard for the rule of law among police

Many police personnel in India hold biased perceptions against Muslims, with many believing that they are “naturally prone towards committing crimes,” reveals the Status of Policing in India Report 2025: Police Torture and (Un)Accountability. The report is a collaboration effort by Common Cause and Lokniti-Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS), and is based on a survey of 8,276 police personnel from 17 states and one Union Territor…

Islamophobia in its many forms: Muslim immigrants in the UK

The rise of Islamophobia means that young people are facing disproportionate stop and search, suspicion and hostility in education and being tarnished with stereotypes, whilst simultaneously being accused of not integrating into society. Muslims, are pointed at and stereotyped, at the same time as being accused of not integrating in British society. This is the climate of hostility that has been created towards this community, which is provoking…