Perpetrator: Akbar
Year/Period: 1556-1605 AD
Number: 5000 Hindu women put in harem
Akbar, celebrated as “the great Mogul,” was one of the cruel perpetrators out of the Islamic invaders. He had 5000 Hindu “infidels” in his harem.
“the order was given for a general massacre of the infidels as punishment …by mid-day nearly 2000 had been slain….those of the fortress who escapes the sword, men and women were made prisoners, and their property came into the hands of the Musulmans. The place being cleared of the infidels, his majesty remained there three days” (cited in Sookdheo p 265).
References:
Khan p 102 (Khan, M. A. ‘Islamic Jihad: A legacy of forced conversion, imperialism and slavery.’
There is a sense of complacency visible among hindus due to economic well being. They are dreaming of a liberal, secular world. They refuse to see the imminent threat of extinction by forces which are megalomaniacs. I am surprised at this generous view while there is no reciprocity in xtians or muslims. Still, they fail to get it due to inertia and fear. Just as the task is ominous and daunting so should be the response too. Thank Goodness initiatives like Agniveer are doing a phenomenal job and hope to see many more such organised work to defend us. Thank you Artiji for the great work and initiative. Jai shriram.