In Kashmir, a surge of amateur YouTubers is distorting historical narratives for profit, particularly focusing on the Sher-Bakra dichotomy. These self-proclaimed historians often mix facts with sensationalism, leading to misconceptions like the derogatory origin of the term 'Bakra.' This trend threatens to embed falsehoods in collective memory, overshadowing the rich tradition of metaphorical nicknaming that has historically served as a subtle form of resistance against oppression.
The Roar and the Bleat: Kashmir’s Sher-Bakra Dichotomy Through History

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