Does British Prime Minister’s Hinduism Matter? – Day

Rishi Sunak, 42 ​​years old, has been in office for a week as Britain’s new Prime Minister. After a painful convulsion in the Tory party, where allegations against Boris Johnson led to his resignation and his successor Liz Truss’ short-lived leadership, the party has now elected financier and Hindu Rishi Sunak as its leader. The choice is welcomed in India and among many residents of Indian origin in Britain.

Representation is important. The fact that Sweden has, for the longest time, had a female prime minister is significant for a growing generation of women’s confidence in their possibilities. Sunak’s election can overcome prejudices and build bridges in a pluralistic society. But no gender, skin color or religion should be decisive. In Britain’s pluralistic society, there are certainly residents of the same race, gender or faith as Sunak who will not sympathize with the new prime minister’s political agenda – such as his benevolent attitude towards Israel.

As a Christian Sweden is so close to wanting and praying for a Christian Prime Minister – we need more Christian politicians in all parties. But a Christian head of government with base principles is never good for a country. The principles, values ​​and vision pursued – not religious affiliation, gender or skin color – should be decisive in secularism. It applies in Sunak’s UK and it applies in Sweden.

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