Hindutva’ is a recent development in Indian politics particularly after 1986. This policy gave strength to BJP, which changed the political atmosphere of India. Explain the concept of ‘Hindutva’.

Hindutva’ is a recent development in Indian politics particularly af

1.	Hindutva’ is a recent development in Indian politics particularly after 1986. This policy gave strength to BJP, which changed the political atmosphere of India. Explain the concept of ‘Hindutva’.
Answer» Politics in India since Independence It was V.D. Savarkar that brought the concept of ‘Hindutva’. He considered Hindutva as the face of India. The basic concept of Hindutva is considering India their paternal country and their holy land. The belief behind it is that only upon a strong cultural foundation can a nation be built. He believed that only the Hindu culture can give this foundation.