THEORIZING MUSLIM OTHERING AS 'RACIALIZED NATIONALISM' IN THE INDIAN AND AUSTRALIAN CONTEXTS

Аннотация

This paper examines the phenomenon of Muslim othering in the Indian and Australian contexts through the lens of 'racialized nationalism.' The term 'racialized nationalism' encompasses the process of constructing Muslims as a racialized 'other,' distinct from the dominant national identity, based on cultural, religious, and ethnic markers. The study explores how such racialized narratives and discourses contribute to the marginalization and exclusion of Muslim communities within these countries. Drawing on an interdisciplinary approach, the paper delves into historical, social, and political factors that shape and perpetuate Muslim othering. By theorizing this phenomenon as 'racialized nationalism,' the study aims to shed light on the complex dynamics between national identity, ethno-religious diversity, and exclusionary practices, with implications for understanding and addressing contemporary challenges of discrimination and social cohesion in multi-ethnic societies. KEYWORDS Muslim othering, racialized nationalism, Indian context, Australian context, discrimination, marginalization, exclusion, national identity, ethno-religious diversity, social cohesion.