Hindus for Human Rights

Hindus for Human Rights is an organization that advocates for human rights and secularism, often in opposition to Hindu nationalism. The group has recently gained attention due to its criticism of visits by leaders of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), such as Mohan Bhagwat, to the United States. Activists associated with Hindus for Human Rights argue that these visits are part of an effort by Hindu nationalist groups to present a more palatable image to the Indian diaspora while masking far-right political agendas. The organization's current relevance stems from its role in challenging what it perceives as the spread of Hindu supremacy and its efforts to highlight concerns about religious nationalism and its impact on human rights in India and globally. Their activism aims to counter narratives that they believe promote division and discrimination under the guise of cultural or religious unity.