Religious fundamentalists in Bangladesh have always argued for a ban on my books.
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God forbid that any book should be banned. The practice is as indefensible as infanticide.
It would be intolerant if I advocated the banning of religion, but of course I never have.
Sheikh Hasina's government is one of the best Bangladesh has ever had. She is taking action against fundamentalists. But even she refused to let me return. I don't think I can ever return home.
So far as the government is concerned, there is only one holy book, which is the constitution of India. My government will not tolerate or accept any discrimination based on caste, creed and religion.
My books are anti-absolutist and deeply distrustful of any religious stance that precludes the validity of any other.
I have had fatwas issued against me, some three in Bangladesh and another five in India. I will not be cowed by these threats and shall fight for my rights.
My books have all generated controversy.
I don't think anyone should be banned. If you don't like a book, set it aside.
The Muslim world is threatened by religious fanaticism. The Western world is threatened by secular fanaticism.
Once you attempt legislation upon religious grounds, you open the way for every kind of intolerance and religious persecution.
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