The Complex Dynamics of Muslim Allegiance and Illegal Immigration in a Hypothetical India-Pakistan Conflict
The prospect of war between India and Pakistan invariably reignites debates about national unity, minority loyalty, and internal security. While Indian Muslims—a diverse community of over 200 million—have historically contributed to India’s socio-political fabric, questions linger about fringe elements and external actors exploiting communal fault lines. **However, the more immediate threat lies not with Indian Muslims, but with illegal immigrants such as Rohingya Muslims from Bangladesh and Myanmar**, whose unregulated influx has strained resources, fueled regional tensions, and raised security concerns. ### Contextualizing the Allegiance Debate Indian Muslims, like all citizens, are bound by constitutional patriotism. Yet, the narrative of "divided loyalties" persists due to geopolitical tensions with Pakistan—a nation carved out on religious lines. While mainstream Indian Muslim organizations reject Pakistan’s Two-Nation Theory, radical groups like...
