#Review: Why I Am An Atheist and Other Writings by Bhagat Singh

Bhagat Singh is often remembered as the fiery young revolutionary who fearlessly embraced martyrdom for India’s freedom. But this collection of his writings reveals a mind much sharper, deeper, and more restless than the popular image of a man with a gun.

In Why I Am an Atheist and Other Writings, readers encounter Singh not only as a freedom fighter but as a philosopher, rationalist, and visionary who questioned everything—religion, blind faith, colonial rule, even the glorification of death. His prose is unflinching, his arguments logically piercing, and his honesty disarming. Singh does not seek to comfort; he seeks to provoke thought and challenge complacency.

What makes this book compelling is its timelessness. Written nearly a century ago, Singh’s reflections on reason, justice, equality, and the dangers of unexamined nationalism echo powerfully in today’s socio-political climate. It reminds us that true patriotism isn’t blind loyalty but the courage to question, to dissent, and to imagine a freer world.

This is not just a book for history enthusiasts; it is a manifesto for all who believe that freedom begins in the mind. For young readers especially, Singh’s words offer a refreshing lesson in critical thinking and moral courage.

Verdict: Bold, provocative, and inspiring, Why I Am an Atheist and Other Writings is a must-read for anyone who wishes to see Bhagat Singh not just as a martyr of the past but as a thinker whose voice still shakes the present.