Romila Thapar
Romila Thapar is a distinguished Indian historian and author, recognized for her extensive work on ancient Indian history and historiography. She has been a prominent voice in the academic community, advocating for a nuanced understanding of India's past. Thapar's contributions have earned her numerous accolades, and she is widely regarded as one of the leading historians in India, often engaging in discussions about the importance of democracy and secularism in contemporary society.
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Romila Thapar would frown witheringly at the idea of leading the supreme court bench that decided the fate of the Babri Masjid dispute in favour of Hindu extremists.
Who desecrates, who sanctifies? - Newspaper
Pakistan· 2025-09-30
Historian Romila Thapar delivered her inspired exhortation to India’s public intellectuals to stand up and defend their democracy.
A bicycle crashing into a plane - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-02-18
Thapar delivered her inspired exhortation to India’s public intellectuals to stand up and defend their democracy.
A bicycle crashing into a plane - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-02-18