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Clarifications and Counterpoints: Dhruv Rathee Responds to Elvish Yadav

Jul 14, 2024

Where's the Counter?

Context:

  • Addressing conspiracy theories and false allegations against Dhruv Rathee by YouTuber Elvish Yadav.
  • Clarification of various accusations with counter-evidence and logical arguments.

Defaming Tactics by Elvish Yadav:

  • Elvish accused Dhruv of having connections with Harsh Mander and George Soros.
  • Spreading misinformation by associating Dhruv with extremists like Aadil Aman.
  • False narratives about Dhruv's anti-national activities and connections.

Key Clarifications by Dhruv Rathee:

  1. Harsh Mander Connection:

    • Harsh Mander is a distinguished former IAS officer who has contributed to various social causes and policies.
    • Never met or talked to Harsh Mander; no direct connection exists.
  2. Facebook Group Incident:

    • Accusation: Admin of a Facebook group "Dhruv Rathee Squad" which had extremist members.
    • Truth: Group was created in 2017 and shut down in 2020. Any member promoting extremism was removed.
  3. George Soros Links:

    • Clarification that George Soros’ Open Society Foundation supports many social causes globally and in India.
    • Soros's foundation had indirect associations with BJP through business ventures.
    • Accusations about George Soros’s intentions were based on conspiracy theories.
  4. Misinformation Tactics:

    • Facebook profiles were used incorrectly to create false connections.
    • Misinterpretation of data and names (e.g., confusing Harsh Mander with Harmandar Singh).
    • Incorrect timelines and connections to generate misleading narratives.

Critiquing BJP’s Strategy:

  • Highlighting BJP's tactic of labeling critics as "anti-national."
  • Examples provided to show BJP leaders following or associating with controversial figures.

Examples of Inaccuracies by Elvish:

  • Baseless comments linking Dhruv's videos to Harsh Mander’s tweets.
  • Presentation of obsolete or incorrect information.
  • Unfounded claim of Dhruv’s support from extremist sources.

Career Advice on YouTube

  • Emphasis on creating genuine, valuable content.
  • Critique of using controversies for gaining views.
  • Mentioning of "YouTube Blueprint Course" for sustainable YouTube careers without promoting harmful apps.

Conclusion:

  • Dhruv Rathee disproves Elvish’s accusations point-by-point.
  • Encourages Elvish to seek the truth and avoid misinformation.
  • Promotes the idea of constructive content creation on YouTube.

Additional Resources:

  • Link to YouTube Blueprint Course: YouTube Blueprint
  • Coupon Code for Discount: ELVISH40