Mahzarin R. Banaji - Teachers Make a Difference - Growing Up Zoroastrian

The speaker discusses their Zoroastrian heritage, highlighting its historical significance as the first monotheistic religion. They recount the migration of Zoroastrians to India following Islamic invasions in Persia, where they found asylum. Growing up as a Zoroastrian in India, the speaker experienced religious freedom but often felt like an outsider. This unique perspective has influenced their research and understanding of cultural dynamics.

What role did the speaker's experience as a protected minority in India play in their identity?

How does the speaker describe their relationship with the dominant culture in India?