A: I have written a book on 1857. I have done a great deal of research in the matter. I read original letters, numerous documents and hundreds of books both at the India House and in the British Museum. I have affirmed that the 1857 memorable event was not just a mutiny. Indeed, it was India’s First War of Independence. Those historians who deny this basic fact of history are fooling themselves and also fooling others. They have yet to learn the real history.
More Questions from the interview :
Q: Looking back, what are the most thrilling memories, which you still cherish?
Q: How would you compare Indian Revolutionaries with Revolutionaries in Russia and China?
Q: What are the factors, which contributed to the liberation of our country?
Q: What is the India of your dreams?
Q: Some think that you believe in a Hindu Nation because you are a fanatic communalist. What have you to say about it?
Q: What are your views on the present state of affairs in India?
Q: Do you think in an atomic age, militarization of the country is essential?
Q: Assuming that Congress disintegrates, do you foresee a contest for political power between a form of Hindu fascism and communism?
Q: And finally, is our revolution complete? Or are we still in the midst of it?
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