Hitler Store in India: Should Government Ban Hitler Store?

by Fef Posted 2012/09/06 18:00:00

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The owner of the "Hitler" clothing store in New Delhi, India refuses to change the store's name. The owner, Manish Chandani, said he named the store based on his grandfather's nickname and the sign designer added the swastika. "The billboard company suggested that since the shop was called ‘Hitler,’ it was all right to go with the Nazi symbol as well," said the shop owner. "It was kind of the theme, so I agreed."

Mr. Chandani knew the history of Hitler before he opened the store. Chandani ran "Hitler is coming" teaser advertisements before the store opened in July. The government approved the name before the store opened.

Should the government force Chandani to change the name? Would you want your government to deny a permit for businesses named Hitler? Would you shop at the clothing store if it had really cool clothes on sale?

LATIMESBLOGS.LATIMES.COM reports:
Israel India store Hitler: Israel won't negotiate with Indian owners of store named Hitler.

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Melizmatic 2012/09/06 19:11:19

No

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Not my country, not my business.

And if it were in the US; there's the first amendment and each person is allowed to be as big of an ass as they want, as long as it isn't impeding on the rights of others.

Btw, your bait is getting stale, Feffy.

Try harder.
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BB19 2012/09/17 01:00:29

No

It is his store he can name it what he wants. if people dont like it they shouldnt shop there. People have to quit being offended so much, we cant just throw out every name or word that at some point in history was a bad thing. if we did that we would all be mute.

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Boblawbla 2012/09/10 14:52:01

No

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Hey Fef! Looks like you lose again! You constantly show much more love and concern for Israel than you ever do for what's right for your own nation. I know you won't answer this but do you by any chance hold dual citizenship?

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DizziNY 2012/09/09 19:32:18

No

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The swastika existed as a symbol of good fortune thousands of years before the Nazis even existed. The symbol is to many cultures an important one, representing their history and beliefs. The Nazis, by taking the swastika, annihilated the significance of the ancient symbol. Today, the swastika is to most people a symbol of evil, a symbol of demise, and a symbol of ruination. It is extremely depressing to find that although the swastika is a symbol of life, and symbol of joy, it has been made a symbol of evil, something the people of the ancient world never intended it to be.

Ancient Jewish temples even used swastikas.

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Commander Pyle 2012/09/08 03:10:56

No

I wouldn't. Whatever the government there decides is their choice, though. Different laws.

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lm1b2 2012/09/07 22:04:04

No

Who cares,we don't live there,he probably doesn't even know who Hitler was!

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Margaret Jacobson 2012/09/07 18:00:17

No

the name HITLER ..........WHO REALLY CARES (I know that it evokes PAINFUL memories for A LOT of people but it is NOW TO MOST JUST A NAME I HOPE).........A SWASTIKA before ww2 was a RELIGIOUS symbol !! Since ww2 MILLIONS OF PEOPLE ARE OFFENDED BY IT !! I am NOT OFFENDED BY IT PERSONALLY !! IT JUST GIVES ME A "CREEPY FEELING" !! It is up to thev government of India ton make their own determination, NOT ME !! Israel has every right to choose other stores for trade !!

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Derbyhat 2012/09/07 16:51:02

No

Morons start things without researching and should let the "free market" encourage changes. People like and people buy. That is one reason why Obamacare won't work. No one with a clue about the economy wants it, because better things are out there if government would just get out of the way.

People will decide if "Hitler" stays open or is only patronized by skinheads. "New Delhi skinheads" might be a sight to see and may attract business on their own!

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tokie164 2012/09/07 16:37:06

No

leave the store alone, and stop being so dramatic about it
its just a store not like its hurting anyone

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Gray Pilgrim 2012/09/07 15:39:07

No

They should open a Bin Laden Store right next store

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Bob to Gray Pi... 2012/09/07 15:52:28

You do mean Osama bin Obuma right?

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Gray Pi... to Bob 2012/09/07 15:54:26 (edited)

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no he is not dead yet Bin Laden and Hitler are

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Bob to Gray Pi... 2012/09/07 16:42:38 (edited)

Right, why not put his name on a store for giggles. Unfortunately after all these years since Adolf Hitler committed the horrible acts on mankind some have become numb or uncaring or uneducated.

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Gray Pi... to Bob 2012/09/07 16:46:00

now lets get Joe Biden replaced with Ted Bundy

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Sperry23 2012/09/07 15:36:43 (edited)

No

First off, it's India, not the USA, so different rules, sensibilities, and mindsets apply there.

Second, the swastika was a religious symbol in India and the surrounding area for many centuries before Hitler and his goons co-opted it with minor alterations.

Third, even if India HAS a Freedom of Speech standard similar to America, it means freedom from governmental per-censorship, even for unpopular speech.

Besides, it's his business. If he wants to offend potential customers and vendors, it's his business to lose.

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Resp 2012/09/07 15:22:30

No

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Not everybody is offended by the store's name. It has no reference to Hitler. Only certain people see Nazis in their soup.

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Dawn 2012/09/07 15:13:27

No

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It's just a name. Before AND after Hitler it is still a name. If you don't like it, don't shop there.

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elvira 2012/09/07 14:57:42

No

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No, they already approved it. If customers don't shop there, he'll go out of business. End of store named "Hitler".

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alex 2012/09/07 14:43:46

No

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If you dont live there its not your business. You won't be shopping there, get over it.

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the fuze 2012/09/07 14:39:51

No

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Nope.

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Man_Bear_Pig 2012/09/07 14:36:06

No

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I think most people wouldn't want to wear that logo on their clothing. This is why banning such things is not nessicary. They would likely put themselves out of business in America.

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Prepper Politics 2012/09/07 14:25:17

No

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As horrific as it is to name a store after that Assmonkey, the guy should be able to name his business what he wants. I also have the right to celebrate when someone burns it down. The guy claims he didn't know anything about Hitler, BS. This guy is a POS.

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andrew.pullman1 2012/09/07 14:18:56

No

Seems interesting

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democoach 2012/09/07 14:16:42

No

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well america has a building shaped in the nazi symbol

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killbill to democoach 2012/09/07 14:23:37

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US Navy base in Coronado-a co-incidence!! lolololololol... :D ??? :O !!

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BabyBear 2012/09/07 14:08:25

No

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Not my country, not my business. That being said... if you are offended by a store, shop somewhere else.

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killbill 2012/09/07 14:01:44 (edited)

No

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I have to agree that if his story is true (a comedic nickname for his strict grandfather), and he's not a neo-nazi, it isnt a big deal at all. Its a REAL SURNAME after all, and many today still have it if you browse the european phone books, austria in particular, since adolf hitler was austrian. If the owner of this store doesnt get enough custom (or the right type of customer!) then its his own fault, as it was his choice for the stores name. The only thing many will question is the use of the nazi version of the swastika symbol. His stores name with this symbol links it straight to adolf hitler. What many may not realize is that this symbol was not originally a nazi creation, as it has been in ancient india for thousands of years. Hitlers version is unfortunately the one the shop has used, flipped and rotated by 45 degrees by Adolf to suggest power instead of its traditional meaning of peace. Unless the symbol is changed back to the more traditional swastika, or edited for a humorous take, then it will be be considered one step too far by some, but personally I dont see why he should be stopped, regardless of what he decides to do and where his stores might be based. From the photo at the top, it doesnt look bad at all, and the font is a professional looking one suitable fo...

I have to agree that if his story is true (a comedic nickname for his strict grandfather), and he's not a neo-nazi, it isnt a big deal at all. Its a REAL SURNAME after all, and many today still have it if you browse the european phone books, austria in particular, since adolf hitler was austrian. If the owner of this store doesnt get enough custom (or the right type of customer!) then its his own fault, as it was his choice for the stores name. The only thing many will question is the use of the nazi version of the swastika symbol. His stores name with this symbol links it straight to adolf hitler. What many may not realize is that this symbol was not originally a nazi creation, as it has been in ancient india for thousands of years. Hitlers version is unfortunately the one the shop has used, flipped and rotated by 45 degrees by Adolf to suggest power instead of its traditional meaning of peace. Unless the symbol is changed back to the more traditional swastika, or edited for a humorous take, then it will be be considered one step too far by some, but personally I dont see why he should be stopped, regardless of what he decides to do and where his stores might be based. From the photo at the top, it doesnt look bad at all, and the font is a professional looking one suitable for a clothing store.

I think attempting to open stores in the 'free western world' such as the usa or eu (especially germany) would cause the most outrage with the public, ironically enough. If I was to open a store in india with the traditional symbol, the store would have an indian theme of peace and a related name. If I was to use the name, I would likely remove the symbol and have comedic images of power instead. Choosing to use both hitler and the nazi version of the swastika, then imagery towards certain members of his crazy family with this nickame might help lessen any public outrage. Update-Ive just noticed that he has already been forced to change his sign, and that he wont be compensated. It would seem that hitler has a bit of a cult status in indias media, according to my link below. He has most likely failed as a result of using the nazi symbol, but at least it won him some free advertising. Its too bad that when he considers a new theme, few may be able to recognize the store: click here for article update
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Man_Bea... to killbill 2012/09/07 14:39:24

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Good point. I've never actually stopped and thought about how Hitler was not the one and only Hitler.

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apachehellfire65 2012/09/07 13:58:05

No

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let him call it what he wants! its his store!

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RezcrashGB 2012/09/07 13:43:15

Yes

Yes .. this fool has not got any Tanks .. Guns ..
in fact he aint got nowt .. but for some raggs... and untrue
shop name , tanks , guns bombs me ass .. .
I think N A T O should take im out . .. 8¬ P

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Boblawbla to RezcrashGB 2012/09/10 14:53:35

Well, that certainly makes alot of sense! LOL

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RezcrashGB to Boblawbla 2012/09/10 15:29:56

Hey, you an Arab fanatic or something
you must be , for a start you muslims dont know
what a joke is , you kinda hate christians and jews .

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Boblawbla to RezcrashGB 2012/09/10 17:07:52

What in the hell are you on about? All I did was say what you wrote makes alot of sense. How does that make me a Muslim or hate anyone? You must be an angry person by birth.

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RezcrashGB to Boblawbla 2012/09/11 12:25:24

Yes i can be , my cousin was killed in a dump called Sangin
fighting fanatic muslims . My older brother has spent two tours in Afghanistan.
So one thing i do hate is all religious and political fanatics aka muslim / neo-fascist
also U S - KKK idiots .

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Boblawbla to RezcrashGB 2012/09/11 19:23:31

So let me get this straight.... your cousin died fighting in Afghanistan and your brother did two tours there. And you hate all religious and political fanatics, right? And you hate "all religious and political fanatics". And in the US you hate the KKK?

So I still don't get it. You think that I am a Muslim, or a religious fanatic or a political fanatic or neo-fascist.

I'm none of the above. Is anyone who disagrees with you one of the above?

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RezcrashGB to Boblawbla 2012/09/11 19:54:25

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Yeah!! How do you like that ... well if you disagree
and you do! . Then you must think .. religious muslim fanatics
Neo-nazi fanatics and ... Andy Pandy men of kkk
are a good thing then . Come on tell the truth if you can Arab

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Boblawbla to RezcrashGB 2012/09/11 20:02:37

You are off in lala land dude. You are an angry fanatic. I understand that the death of a cousin could send you off center. But your crystal ball is broken. I am not Arab, nor KKK, nor skin-head or any of your delusions.

I understand that you are so emotional you must quiver inside. You don't have to feel that way or think the things you think. You can get help. If you need any advice, or just a friend to discuss these maladies with, I'll be here for you.

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RezcrashGB to Boblawbla 2012/09/11 20:21:42

All your page has is an old liberals i back Nobamas
feelings ... you put to many words old man ..
just to say one or two words , an get out more with your pole.

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Boblawbla to RezcrashGB 2012/09/11 20:52:12

I'm trying to not be rude to you here. Is English your first language? Honestly, I can't figure out much of what you say. "...an get out more with your pole."? Please try to type something I can understand. I'm not making fun of you at all, I just don't understand what you are trying to communicate.

You call me names for what reason? And you say "... i back Nobamas feelings...". I don't care if you back him or not.

Is English a new language to you? Seriously.

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RezcrashGB to Boblawbla 2012/09/12 12:14:59

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Well a true Arab like yourself wont understand real English
eh , that we all know . Now as you are arab learn to read English
aka( All your page has < ref to you > is an old liberals i < ref to you >
> back nobamas feelings < ref to you )
All should look at my Anti-Nobam anti Liberal page.
Then look at Boblawbla's , a sick old arab who should get a home
help , maybe a teacher . You are a true fool of a muslim .

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Boblawbla to RezcrashGB 2012/09/12 12:53:53

Well, I handle that, being called an Arab. I'd be proud to be Arab or Jewish for that matter. I see nothing to be ashamed of in either. So, you're a racist, who cares? You hate Arabs, Jews and black presidents because of their race. I don't. (by the way, though better than before, your grammar, spelling, syntax and punctuation are still sub-par)

Before I go... why do you hate black people? Our own president is black, but then you know that... gives you plenty of reason to hate.

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