Na Mulla Ka, Na Qazi Ka, Ye Desh Hai Veer Shivaji Ka

This Hindu nationalist slogan translates to “Neither of the mullah nor of the qazi; this country belongs to brave Shivaji.” It defines Muslims as outsiders in India and explicitly rejects their claim to the nation as citizens.

Background and Context

The slogan is widely used in Hindu nationalist rhetoric to assert a majoritarian, Hindu-centric identity for India by invoking Shivaji, the 17th century Maratha ruler who is often celebrated by Hindu nationalists as a Hindu warrior-king who resisted Muslim rule. The slogan casts Hindus and Muslims in an “us versus them” binary and serves as both a rallying cry and exclusionary declaration, asserting that India belongs only to Hindus. The slogan is frequently chanted at anti-Muslim events and rallies.

Impact and Harm

This slogan reinforces the hateful narrative that portrays Muslims as outsiders or historical enemies rather than rightful citizens of India, deepening the vilification and marginalization of Indian Muslims.

Variants and Alternative Forms

ना मुल्ला का ना काजी का ये देश है वीर शिवाजी का