Review of Hindu Nationalism and Terrorism in India: The Saffron Threat to Democracy: by Eamon Murphy, London, Routledge, 2023, 186 pp., $186 (Hardback), ISBN 9780367431976.

The book review titled "Review of Hindu Nationalism and Terrorism in India: The Saffron Threat to Democracy" by Eamon Murphy provides a critical examination of the relationship between Hindu nationalism, terrorism, and state violence in India. The book challenges the myth that all terrorists are Muslims and explores the role of Hindus in terrorism, particularly state terrorism. It delves into the complexities of Hindu nationalism and its impact on democracy, communal violence, and the targeting of minority groups, specifically Muslims. The review highlights the author's balanced perspective on the involvement of both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the main opposition Congress Party in the politicization of religious extremism and the terrorizing of minority communities. The book also discusses the "Saffronization" of democratic institutions and the suppression of the mass media under BJP rule. Overall, this book provides valuable insights into the intersection of Hindu nationalism, terrorism, and state violence in India, making it a significant contribution to the field of critical terrorism studies. [Extracted from the article]