 Conflict soon developed with Indian Christians, Muslims, South Indians and even "Sanatanis" who had initially supported the Arya Samaj through Hindu Sangsthans.There were debates on religious issues, but when Vishnu Deo was convicted and fined for an article in the "Fiji Samachar", things quietened down.The Arya Samaj, henceforth, concentrated on its educational activities and built numerous educational institutions.