sarkari Muslim

English

Etymology

The usage of sarkari as a negative term originated from Khalistani supporters who condemned Sikhs who supported the government of India. It was later adopted by Muslim activists and nationalists within India.

Noun

sarkari Muslim (plural sarkari Muslims)

  1. (India, politics, Islam, slang, derogatory) a Muslim who supports the government of India, especially the BJP and Hindutva at the expense of the Indian Muslim community.
  2. (India, politics, Islam, slang, derogatory) a Muslim who is a mouthpiece of the Indian government.
  3. (India, politics, Islam, slang, derogatory) a Muslim who rejects important Islamic beliefs and norms; a liberal Muslim.

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