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Unraveling the Rich Tapestry of Sangam Literature

Unraveling the Rich Tapestry of Sangam Literature: A Journey Through Ancient Tamil Culture The Sangam period, spanning roughly from the 3rd century BCE to the 3rd century CE, marks a pivotal era in the history of Tamil literature and culture. This period witnessed the flourishing of a vibrant literary tradition, embodied in the Sangam anthologies, … Read more

Directive Principles of State Policy

An important feature of the constitution is the Directive Principles of State Policy. Although the Directive Principles are asserted to be “fundamental in the governance of the country,” they are not legally enforceable. Instead, they are guidelines for creating a social order characterized by social, economic, and political Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity as enunciated … Read more

Embracing Diversity: Understanding Religious Pluralism

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

Agenda 21 for culture

Agenda 21 for Culture: A Framework for Sustainable Cultural Development Introduction The concept of sustainable development, with its emphasis on balancing economic growth, social equity, and environmental protection, has gained global prominence. While the focus often rests on environmental sustainability, the cultural dimension of sustainable development is equally crucial. Agenda 21, the landmark document adopted … Read more

Inter-governmental action

IPCC UN Conference on Environment and Development (Earth Summit), 1992 Agenda 21 An action plan of UN relating to Sustainable Development adopted at the Earth Summit, 1992 UNFCCC Kyoto Protocol IPCC 1988 by World Meteorological Organisation and UNEP tasked with reviewing and assessing the most recent scientific, technical and socio-economic information produced worldwide relevant to … Read more

Social Empowerment

 Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism   Social empowerment In societal development, conception of empowerment has vital role. This phrase is linked with Secularism and national amalgamation. The consequences of Communalism are ruinous. Causes of Communalism There are numerous of causes for the occurrence of communalism. First is the tendency of the Minorities. The Muslims … Read more

A Secular State

A Secular State: Navigating the Complexities of Religion and Government The concept of a secular state, where the government is separate from religious institutions and does not endorse or favor any particular religion, is a cornerstone of modern democratic societies. It is a complex and multifaceted idea, with varying interpretations and implementations across the globe. … Read more

Self Help Groups

–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