— M.K.D. Prasada Rao

Ghaziabad

Nothing learnt

• The BJP’s challenge to the UPA government to rebuild the Babri masjid in the wake of the Liberhan report is ridiculous. The party seems unable to learn its lessons. It will not be able to return to power at the Centre by banking on a supposed Hindu vote base whose passions will be raised by the issue. From the looks of it, that vote bank has deserted the BJP and, like most Indians, doesn’t care anymore for matters irrelevant to them. How the BJP handles what happens henceforth will make or break the party.

— J.M. Manchanda

New Delhi

Systemic overhaul

• India’s education system is obsolete and needs to be revamped. HRD Minister Kapil Sibal’s agenda is welcome. But, there’s nothing in it to improve the quality of education. Reforms should be undertaken with caution and in phases. Education has suffered from frequent changes in India. Making Class 10 exams optional will not reduce exam pressure. While it’s hoped Sibal will not retreat under pressure, he should consult the states — since education is on the Concurrent List — and engage in a nationwide public debate first.

— S.K. Aggarwal

Amritsar