Savarkar and the Making of Hindutva

Ketaki Jaywant

doi:10.1080/0030851x.2026.2627820

January 2, 2026Pacific Affairs

Savarkar and the Making of Hindutva

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Key Points

To explore the cultural legacy of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar following his death in 1966.
Analyzes the epic poem composed by Govindswami Aphale
Considers the poem's suggested musical accompaniment to the Gita-Ramayana
Examines the implications of Savarkar's ideas in contemporary context
Highlights the enduring impact of Savarkar's ideology on Hindutva
Suggests that the poem reflects cultural reverence for Savarkar
Indicates potential shifts in cultural narratives in India influenced by this legacy

Implication

Explores Savarkar's legacy through a poem composed after his death, suggesting cultural implications.

Abstract

Janaki Bakhle notes that upon the death of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar in 1966, Govindswami Aphale composed an epic poem and suggested it be sung to the tune of the Gita-Ramayana, for the events in Sa...

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