“Opinion | Analysing Dark Shade of the Cross in India: A Historic-Religious Perspective”, News 18, June 28, 2023:

“The history of European colonialism in India is marked by various aspects, including trade, political domination, and cultural encounters. One significant dimension of this interaction was the arrival of European missionaries, who sought to spread Christianity across the subcontinent.

While some missionaries genuinely aimed to bring spiritual enlightenment and social upliftment, it is essential to acknowledge that certain instances of forcible conversion did occur during this period. This modest attempt further aims to explore the phenomenon of European missionaries’ forcible conversion in India, examining its historical context, motivations, methods employed and its consequences on Indian society.

The arrival of European missionaries in India was primarily a consequence of the colonial expansion pursued by European powers during the 15th to the 19th century. Nations such as Portugal, Spain, the Netherlands, France, and Britain sought to establish trading posts, secure territories and spread their cultural and religious influence in various parts of India….”

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