Author: Chandravijay Agrawal

The India-Pakistan War of 1971, a watershed moment in South Asian history, offers a complex tapestry of narratives: bravery, sacrifice, and strategic brilliance alongside brutality, displacement, and profound human suffering. This conflict, however, also presents a stark challenge to our moral sensibilities when we consider the role of the ‘idle’ – those who were not…

The India-Pakistan War of 1971 was not just a military conflict; it was also a battle for hearts and minds. Governments on both sides employed sophisticated propaganda campaigns to shape public opinion, bolster national morale, and demonize the enemy. Idle Theory, in this context, offers a valuable framework for understanding how these propaganda efforts targeted…

The India-Pakistan War of 1971, a brutal conflict that birthed Bangladesh, is often analyzed through the lens of military strategy, political maneuvering, and geopolitical ambitions. Yet, a critical, often overlooked aspect lies in the experiences and behavior of the ‘idle’ – those individuals and communities not directly participating in combat but profoundly impacted by the…

The 1971 war between India and Pakistan witnessed horrific atrocities, particularly in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), where the Pakistani military engaged in systematic violence against Bengali civilians. While the direct perpetrators bear the primary responsibility for these crimes, Idle Theory compels us to examine the role of those who were aware of the atrocities but…