"From time immemorial, India has been a refuge for the persecuted. Kings granted asylum, people became citizens, and added to the diversity that is India. For the ancient Parsis, Jews, Siddhis from Africa, and Iraqis, India was the beacon of hope and freedom where people could make their homes, bring up their families and practise their beliefs without fear. For the modern Tamils, Tibetians, Afghans, Bangladeshis, Pakistanis seeking refuge — home is a camp, where they have little or no citizenship rights." (Quoted from article)