"saffronization" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From saffron + -ization, after the saffron robes worn by Hindu priests and monks. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|saffron|ization}} saffron + -ization Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} saffronization (uncountable)
  1. (India, politics, derogatory) The politics of right-wing Hindu nationalism (Hindutva) that seek to make the Indian state adopt policies that recall and glorify Hindu cultural history and heritage of India at the expense of other religious traditions. Wikipedia link: saffronization Tags: India, derogatory, uncountable Categories (topical): Hindutva, Indian politics, Politics Synonyms: saffronisation Related terms: saffron terror, Sanghification, Dravidization (alt: alteration in favour of Dravidian nationalism or separatism)

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