historical revisionism
The Dangerous Revival: How Southeast Asia Is Rehabilitating Its Authoritarian Past
Nov 18, 2025 12:55 am CST
Indonesia's recent elevation of former dictator Suharto to national hero status exemplifies a troubling trend across Southeast Asia where authoritarian figures are being rehabilitated through historical revisionism. This phenomenon, fueled by generational amnesia and selective memory, threatens democratic institutions as younger citizens unfamiliar with dictatorial oppression become vulnerable to authoritarian nostalgia. Similar patterns in the Philippines, Thailand, and Cambodia demonstrate how perceived stability under strongmen creates dangerous opportunities for democratic backsliding across the region.
Madhya Pradesh Minister Apologizes for Calling Raja Ram Mohan Roy a "British Agent"
Nov 16, 2025 04:09 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar has issued an apology after facing backlash for calling social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy a "British agent" during an event honoring Birsa Munda. Despite claiming it was a "slip of tongue," the controversy has sparked debates about historical interpretation and ideological narratives in India's educational system.
Madhya Pradesh Minister Labels Raja Ram Mohan Roy a "British Agent": Controversy and Historical Revisionism
Nov 15, 2025 10:13 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar has ignited controversy by claiming social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy was a "British agent" who worked to divide Indian society. This latest historical revisionism follows earlier controversial statements about Indian history, drawing sharp criticism from opposition leaders who question the minister's understanding of significant historical events and figures.