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Unpopular Opinion: Over the years, some self-proclaimed leftist groups and political parties have advocated for clemency on behalf of foreign nationals involved in terror attacks, portraying themselves as defenders of minority rights. However, this has often led to a harmful narrative that blurs the distinction between ordinary Indian Muslims and those responsible for acts of terror. In doing so, these political forces have cultivated a culture of dependency, where communities are influenced to believe that their welfare hinges solely on political patronage. This has shifted genuine dialogue and mutual understanding between communities into a politically driven narrative—one designed to secure a permanent vote bank rather than promote true social harmony. Meanwhile, criminals and terrorists like Dawood Ibrahim, who betrayed the nation, continue to symbolize how crime and politics can dangerously intersect.