DR NANDAN
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 14:35 )
tig
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 12:42 )
Jyothis S
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 12:25 )
Prathyooshan
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 12:15 )
Prathyooshan
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 12:13 )
dear Prathyooshan,
Do not think that racism only exists between white and coloured people.I live and work in Uk.I can with certainity say that asians do look down on blacks.We donot need to project this holier than thou attitude.Unless you accept there is a problem you can''t deal with it.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 18:33 )
Are you serious? The people who were captured on the photograph making monkey chats are not illeterate but people from the upper middle class, who know the meaning of racism and know that "monkey chants" denote racism. They are probably people who work for MNCs, have children in english meduium school(if they have) and probably follow sports enough to know what "monkey chants" denote. Will not be surprised if they even holiday abroad.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:15 )
dear Prathyooshan,
Do not think that racism only exists between white and coloured people.I live and work in Uk.I can with certainity say that asians do look down on blacks.We donot need to project this holier than thou attitude.Unless you accept there is a problem you can''t deal with it.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 18:33 )
Are you serious? The people who were captured on the photograph making monkey chats are not illeterate but people from the upper middle class, who know the meaning of racism and know that "monkey chants" denote racism. They are probably people who work for MNCs, have children in english meduium school(if they have) and probably follow sports enough to know what "monkey chants" denote. Will not be surprised if they even holiday abroad.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:15 )
VV
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 10:00 )
Anand Sharma
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 09:34 )
If you read the first two paragraphs, it is obvious what the author is saying. But you as many are missing this point and make your own interpretation on his clear, forthright views.
He also asks what is racism. Or didn''t you see that either. Read the story first and then comment. It is suggested that he has lived in a far broader and wider environment and finds disparagment of colour offensive. That should be clear enough for you.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 11:50 )
I have indeed read the story and then put forth my views. The author s views do suggest whatever you are trying to say.I am not criticising his credentials or his stance on racism.The point which i am trying to put forward is just a simple one.The incidents happenning in India can be ridiculous,stupid,out of sorts,unsportsmanly....but not "racist"!Making monkey noises is not racism...atleast not in India.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 19:31 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
I have indeed read the story and then put forth my views. The author s views do suggest whatever you are trying to say.I am not criticising his credentials or his stance on racism.The point which i am trying to put forward is just a simple one.The incidents happenning in India can be ridiculous,stupid,out of sorts,unsportsmanly....but not "racist"!Making monkey noises is not racism...atleast not in India.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 19:31 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
well said Anand..i have been wondering why none of the BCCI officials give this clarifications..n u r absolutely rite in saying that India wud be the last place where racism wud raise its head as we know it quite too well wot it feels like to be racially abused...i m wondering if this wud result in a backlash when India tours down under
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 04:45 )
If you read the first two paragraphs, it is obvious what the author is saying. But you as many are missing this point and make your own interpretation on his clear, forthright views.
He also asks what is racism. Or didn''t you see that either. Read the story first and then comment. It is suggested that he has lived in a far broader and wider environment and finds disparagment of colour offensive. That should be clear enough for you.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 11:50 )
I have indeed read the story and then put forth my views. The author s views do suggest whatever you are trying to say.I am not criticising his credentials or his stance on racism.The point which i am trying to put forward is just a simple one.The incidents happenning in India can be ridiculous,stupid,out of sorts,unsportsmanly....but not "racist"!Making monkey noises is not racism...atleast not in India.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 19:31 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
I have indeed read the story and then put forth my views. The author s views do suggest whatever you are trying to say.I am not criticising his credentials or his stance on racism.The point which i am trying to put forward is just a simple one.The incidents happenning in India can be ridiculous,stupid,out of sorts,unsportsmanly....but not "racist"!Making monkey noises is not racism...atleast not in India.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 19:31 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
No where does Mr Chesterfield accuse Indians of being racist. In fact, he defends India, pointing out the foolishness of the behaviour of a minority who take it on themselves to make Indians appear racist by saying it is a highly complexed society. Largely, India, in the main centres is a most sophisticated yet with its de rigueur chants at sports events.
What he does have the courage to say is how others act in a racist manner. He asks too, what is racism. It is intolerance of another person''s race or ethnic/caste position. But he allows the reader to seek that answer and is attacked for it.
As a regular reader of Mr Chesterfield''s columns since the 1999 World Cup in England, I find his views often refresing and his egalitarian stance has always been clear; while we may not all agree with him his points often make you think. His one major mistake was the Indian team selection without Sachin in his side drew a lot of even personal hate mail. He was accused of being racist.
Well, this column certainly clarifies his views and tells you where he stands on this issue, pointing fingers at Australia and his own countrymen, New Zealand as well. We can all learn from this.
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 14:07 )
well said Anand..i have been wondering why none of the BCCI officials give this clarifications..n u r absolutely rite in saying that India wud be the last place where racism wud raise its head as we know it quite too well wot it feels like to be racially abused...i m wondering if this wud result in a backlash when India tours down under
( Posted by
on Saturday , October 20, 2007 at 04:45 )
Emmveeyem
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 09:13 )
Manoj
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 06:47 )
Vidyadhar Akkaraju
( Posted: Friday , October 19, 2007 at 06:45 )
I fail to understand the stance taken by the majority here.They did it so we can do it too ,seems to be the argument.Ive been the subject of racial taunts
and descrimination in uk, and can tell you how hurtful it could be.But hand on heart I can say that English are more tolerant than Indains are to their own people from different caste or background wether it be in India or in uk.
Some of us donot have a high horse to sit on.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 18:44 )
I fail to understand the stance taken by the majority here.They did it so we can do it too ,seems to be the argument.Ive been the subject of racial taunts
and descrimination in uk, and can tell you how hurtful it could be.But hand on heart I can say that English are more tolerant than Indains are to their own people from different caste or background wether it be in India or in uk.
Some of us donot have a high horse to sit on.
( Posted by
on Friday , October 19, 2007 at 18:44 )
