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Seòmar agus comataidhean

Gandhian Peace Society's Report to Address Prejudice Against Scotland’s Hindu Community

  • Submitted by: Ash Regan, Edinburgh Eastern, Alba Party.
  • Date lodged: Tuesday, 08 April 2025
  • Motion reference: S6M-17089

That the Parliament commends the work of the Gandhian Peace Society in addressing prejudice against the Hindu community in Scotland; congratulates Dhruva Kumar, Neil Lal, Anuranjan Jha and Sukhi Bains for their contributions to the Scotland report, presented to the Cross-Party Group on Challenging Racial and Religious Prejudice, which highlights rising levels of prejudice, discrimination and marginalisation experienced by members of Scotland’s Hindu community; acknowledges the importance of their research, advocacy and public engagement in raising awareness and advancing interfaith dialogue, social cohesion and mutual respect across Scotland’s diverse communities; notes the report’s contribution to fostering constructive discussions around safeguarding religious and cultural rights; expresses gratitude for the contributors' dedication, and encourages continued collaboration to build a more inclusive and equitable society.


Supported by: Colin Beattie, Stephanie Callaghan, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Kevin Stewart