An Alba party member in the Scottish Parliament has introduced a motion addressing Hinduphobia, spotlighting the prejudice faced by Scotland's Hindu community. The motion acknowledges the community's efforts in promoting interfaith dialogue and social cohesion. It also commends the Gandhian Peace Society's report, which details instances of Hinduphobia, including vandalism, discrimination, and hate speech, within Scotland.
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