'Vande Mataram is against the faith of Muslims,' says Sajid Rashidi
'Vande Mataram', India's national song, is deemed controversial by Maulana Sajid Rashidi due to its references that conflict with Islamic beliefs.
New guidelines issued for the national song 'Vande Mataram'
New guidelines mandate the playing of the national song 'Vande Mataram' at government programs and schools, along with compulsory standing in respect during its performance.
The government has made the playing of all six verses of Vande Mataram mandatory
The Indian government has mandated that the six-verse version of Vande Mataram must be played at all government ceremonies.