Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Historian Ruchika Sharma Promoted by Islamic Student Group
A historian named Ruchika Sharma, who is known for her controversial views on history, was invited to speak by a student group associated with a radical Islamic organization.
Sharma has been accused of distorting historical events, particularly those involving Islamic invaders and Hindus.
The student group has been involved in defending controversial organizations and figures.
This event raises questions about the promotion of particular historical narratives and the groups involved in doing so.
Ruchika Sharma, a 'Twitter historian', was invited for an online talk by the student wing of Jamaat-e-Islami.
Sharma is known for allegedly whitewashing atrocities committed against Hindus by Islamic invaders.
The Students Islamic Organisation of India (SIO), the student wing, has been associated with controversial figures and actions.
SIO has previously defended the banned Popular Front of India (PFI) and glorified Hamas.
Sharma's historical claims have faced criticism and been found to contain inaccuracies.
- Who
- Ruchika Sharma and the Students Islamic Organisation of India.
- What
- Ruchika Sharma, a historian, was invited to speak by the Students Islamic Organisation of India.
- When
- Thursday, July 24th.
- Where
- Online.
- Why
- To discuss and promote particular views on Indian history.
SIO/Sharma's Perspective
Critics' Perspective
Historical Interpretation
SIO/Sharma's Perspective
Presenting particular historical interpretations.
Critics' Perspective
Criticism of said interpretations.
- Organization
- Students Islamic Organisation of India (SIO)
- Person
- Ruchika Sharma
- Allegation
- Whitewashing atrocities against Hindus
- SIO Affiliation
- Student wing of Jamaat-e-Islami