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Multiculturalism Multiculturalism, the view that cultures, races, and ethnicities, particularly those of minority groups, deserve special acknowledgement of their differences within a dominant political culture. That acknowledgement can take the forms of recognition of contributions to the cultural life of the political community as a whole, a demand for special protection under the … Read more
Evergreen Revolution was a term coined by M.S. Swaminathan to indicate the development of technologies that can help in increasing productivity in perpetuity without causing an associated ecological harm.He also stated that to achieve the goal of Food Security by ending hunger and to promote sustainable agriculture, it is important that in the field of social … Read more
The Elusive Pursuit of Liberty: A Historical and Philosophical Exploration The concept of liberty, a cornerstone of human aspiration and political discourse, has captivated thinkers and activists for centuries. It evokes images of freedom from oppression, the right to self-determination, and the pursuit of individual fulfillment. Yet, the meaning of liberty is far from monolithic, … Read more
Unity and universality of religions, religious Tolerance and Hinduism and
Diversity in religious practice is evident in the global community. Various sects, schools, denominations, and factions of religions can be found throughout the world, and being in close proximity to one another necessitates some form of dialogue between separate traditions. Expressions of religious feelings in practical life are not the monolithic. In our daily life … Read more
Indian Society. Secularism in the multi-cultural, multi-lingual and plural society of India a significant role to play in reducing religious conflicts and persecution, upholding Human Rights and on the whole building a „strong‟ and „unified‟ nation. Secularism has its origin in western countries and it is related to the separation of the church from the … Read more
The Bhakti Movement in Indian history represents a movement that popularized devotional surrender to a personally conceived supreme God. Its origins are traced to the Brahamanical and Buddhist traditions of ancient India. It was in south India that it grew from a religious tradition into a popular movement based on religious Equality and broad based … Read more
Embracing Diversity: Understanding Religious Pluralism The world is a tapestry woven with threads of diverse beliefs, traditions, and practices. Religion, a fundamental aspect of human existence for millennia, manifests in myriad forms, shaping individual identities, communities, and societies. In an increasingly interconnected world, understanding and embracing religious pluralism becomes crucial for fostering peaceful coexistence, promoting … Read more
Fostering Unity Amidst Diversity: Key Factors in India India, a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of diverse cultures, religions, languages, and ethnicities, stands as a testament to the power of unity in diversity. However, this intricate tapestry is not without its challenges. The very diversity that defines India also presents opportunities for conflict and division. … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> (SHGs) and Civil Society in India The (SHG) initiative was adopted by India several decades ago in order to alleviate POVERTY, and improve Women’s ability to achieve rights and well-being. At the beginning, SHG was an initiative undertook by NGOs, but later on, due to its … Read more