Hate Modi ?

 Morris Jones once said " Miraculously elections are one of the things Indians do well "

                                   Notwithstanding what political pundits say our patriotic and honest coterie of media celebrities, politicians , NGO's , sidekick actors were unanimous about one thing, doomsday is near and our great country is going to dogs. Almost all of these self obsessed righteous people tried to make us believe the imminent threat to our democracy and were planning to seek exile as the last resort. Unfortunately as ordinary Indian, I was watching in bewilderment about unfolding political drama, these righteous god children missed their respective flights and could never leave India :( . I felt somewhat responsible in my mind and conceded my share of responsibility for putting these hapless distinguished people in miserable condition for supporting anointment of PM Modi as an ordinary.

                                As propagated by our honorable intellectuals about impending disaster, that ordinary Indians have brought upon themselves, gullible people like myself who were hoodwinked of glamorous days realized their mistake by electing a PM who has squeezed fun out of lives of common man and is now remorseful . Here is my list of deceptive propaganda unleashed by Modi that seduced ordinary people in voting for him often at their own expense of entertainment .

                                  1) Our intellectuals rightly denounced a person, as he is an outsider, with little or no respect for "Oxfrd" returned intellectuals. His passion to communicate in Hindi with masses takes the sting out of these godly creatures. I must admit,  this behavior is truly disgraceful as English proficiency is a natural criterion of ones knowledge, to hell with countries who promote their native languages our intellectuals won't tolerate a roadside tea vendor with total disregard of English slang as their PM. After all, its inculcated since childhood that survival and future both can be secured by English language competency and this PM doesn't understand our dilemma . 

                                2) Second reason of not liking Modi is boring social gatherings. Gone are the days, when family and friends gatherings ends without discussing governments scams. PM is directly responsible for taking out fun filled yet hopeless discussions on corruption scandals out of our drawing room gatherings. He's an embarrassment for politicians who's job had become synonymous with corruption, a shameful conduct i must say when comparing governments since 1952. Our government nowadays is being run without gulping exchequer, its outrageous is so 'Non-Indian', he must understand we like our share of fun by cracking jokes on ministers and only recycled jokes are circulated nowadays because of our PM's zeal towards ending corruption despite best efforts from our sniffing politicians.

                           3) Continuing in his tirade against our fun, he propagates 'Swatchta Abhiyan' , a drive towards cleanliness is what is left now in our life . Our PM doesn't understand the fun and freedom one gets in expressing and relieving oneself in open . Thus one can easily presume, "Liberty and fraternity" enshrined in our constitution is seriously at risk that our coterie intellectuals forewarned . This PM is pressurizing our free souls to behave , i can't stop thanking our scholars who envisioned such social restrictions , but unfortunately we ignored their timely advice.

                          4)  Modi has demoted many media celebrities. Some of our media celebrities, who have in last few years, graced themselves as the unofficial cabinet ministers yielding executive powers in previous governments with their "unbiased" and "patrotic" journalism have been reduced to positions of scarecrows on social media. Gone are the days when our "honest" journalists sets the agendas and choose the ministers in cabinet , nowadays they spend their scarce energy and time on SM bickering with kids. This mind numbing scenario is because of Modi, that the fourth pillar has been cut to size, nowadays we are ruined of our evening tamashas adding to my dislike .

                       5)  PM is against self employment. All the rhetoric about Startups and MUDRA bank initiatives to support entrepreneurship is farce. He has been instrumental in shutting shops of Kashmiris, Naxals and NGO's thus stifling their flourishing businesses . By killing a hardworking self employed peaceful non violent Burhan Wani, the real face of fascist Modi came out in open . He's trying relentlessly in curbing money supply to Naxals and Kashmiris, thus one can see the real face of Sanghi who earlier boasted of providing jobs is now depriving these hardworking class of their legitimate business of breaking India .Job losses are also reported from our NGO factories whose shops are being financed through petrodollars or evangelist missionaries. One can now have no doubt whatsoever about the prophecies of our secular , nationalist intellectuals who rightly apprised us about threats to secular health of our nation for choosing Modi as PM.

                                 The voting right exercised by countless Indians catapulted a person with humble beginnings to the top most seat of decision making. Right from the first day, he is being hounded by hordes of 'enlightened' intellectuals, media celebrities, politicians who corroborated with vested interests to defame Modi without much public support. The concerted efforts of individuals ,NGO's , media honchos , politicians etc. to lynch Modi on manufactured protests hasn't yielded much. Some of the politicians in their zeal to condemn Modi have actually made mockery of themselves . In their lust to grab power and eyeballs have actually ended up often dumbfounded and caught unawares.

                               Some of the above predictions propagandized by vested interests for ulterior motives have turned out to be false so far . My support to incumbent gov't thus continues and is satisfying although many blunders shouldn't be overlooked. 

After Life Ke Side Effects

                                           The concept of afterlife in divergent forms is prevalent in almost all religions. The soul's existence, reincarnation dogma, reward and punishment of oneself depending upon the conduct during lifetime isn't unique theory confined to one religion, but is propagated across every religion with minor modifications with its centrality intact. Depending upon ones orientation towards religion person becomes perplexed, astonished or in some cases intimidated. From Egyptian pyramids to decorating the dead in Indus Valley Civilization or Terracotta Army of China to weird religious ceremonies for dead in present day Madagascar all stand testimony to the unending belief of life after death.

                                      It is this belief and fear of unknown which is exploited uttermost by religious bigots by playing with the minds of vulnerable . Numerous social evils in Hindu society have continued for centuries as fear of punishment after life looms overhead making masses submissive and complying. During medieval age the Christian citizenry was enticed of rewards afterlife by theologists, and simple greed of annexing large swaths of land was usurped in the name of crusades. It is this fear of reprisals by bigots and fear of punishment in afterlife that prevented from publishing Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543), a contemporary of Martin Luther, to assert his theory(De revolutionibus) that the planets, including the earth, rotate around the sun till his death ,rather then the theory propagated by Church where earth was a sinful place and the heavy burden of sin made it immobile.

                                   Basically most evils in religions around the world cannot survive without fear of repercussions in afterlife. Afterlife emoluments actually plays a vital role in transforming a perfect rational individual into a manic. The world might have succeeded and progressed technologically, but hasn't yet succeeded in allaying the fear of punishment after death among masses. Rational thinking and courage to accept and reform religion is paramount, for religion to play constructive role in society.

                                  Carefully analyzing, make us realize, its religion which refuse to accept the renaissance and weed out violence, by reinventing itself, is the crust of the problem starring mankind today. Much of the violence perpetuate today is the handiwork of religious bigots. The unending cycle of violence in middle east with seemingly ceaseless supply of zoombies have created havoc there. Refusing to reform and taking every word written in a book without rethinking as gospel truth is plaguing Islamic world. The erroneous thought of transcending one religion over others and motivating followers with afterlife rewards is the nucleus of the problem. Its time Islamic civil society should rise from slumber and preach reform and tolerance towards fellow religionists and stem the wrath of violence.

                                The social and religious reformers with support from civil society coupled with laws enforcement, has successfully waned some evils in Hinduism and made it tolerant towards coreligionists and towards other regions. The same transformation is witnessed in Western society. Only after embracing Renaissance, the upheavals of dark ages were overcome and emphasis on science and social ,cultural revolutions converted it into free thinking, democratic,tolerant societies of modern world. The need of the hour today for every religion is to reinvent itself with respect towards human rights as central theme. 

                            The onus to reform is an unending process with efforts from all stakeholders for vibrant, plural society where human dignity is respected and violators should be subdued with impunity.

The Tryst Betrayed: Reflections On Diplomacy And Development

                                          In this book Retired Indian foreign secretary Jagat Singh Mehta takes back readers on zigzag journey of his carrier and his life which started on the day after India’s independence. It definitely was the most exciting part of Indian diplomacy when the country faced unforeseen challenges. The writer was overwhelmed by the decision making spontaneous ability of Nehru ji but had vividly elaborated upon the limits of our iconic leader.

                                        Although book reveals the haphazard decision making and preconceived notions of policy makers which is interesting to read at times , the book becomes boring in the middle and tempts one to skip these middle pages. In the end this book unfortunately is more about authors self glorification , not worth recommending to others, this book is certainly avoidable .

The Public Intellectual In India by Romila Thapar

 Quote From Book - “The first and foremost thing that must be recognized is that Hindu society is a myth. The name Hindu is itself a foreign name. It was given by the Mahomedans to the natives for the purpose of distinguishing themselves. It does not occur in any Sanskrit work prior to the Mahomedan invasion. They did not feel the necessity of a common name, because they had no conception of their having constituted a community. Hindu society as such does not exist. It is only a collection of castes. Each caste is conscious of its existence. Its survival is the be-all and end-all of its existence."

                                         After being sidelined for obvious reasons left leaning intellectuals worst nightmares are coming true. The triumph of party and government by alleged right wing nationalists is a nightmarish scenario, never occurred to the arm chair intellectuals like Thapar's of the world . This book is an attempt to mock opponents and rue about the shrinking space for leftists ideology which is very cunningly being portrayed as intolerance. The mismanagement of resources, unending poverty, unemployment ,corruption etc and hordes of present day problems are mischievously twisted to blame opponents completely ignoring the past government dispensation.

                                       Romila Thapar and her colleagues in their zeal to belittle opponents mocked Hindu customs and religion, in whole, while squarely blaming every sin on rigid patriarchal society. Meantime, they never shied away from continuously reminding the readers about the lack of prevailing opportunities their ilks getting to spread venomous thoughts that they have perfected in over decades of practice. This book is an attempt to put blame of misgovernance and social problems on doorsteps of incumbent government completely oblivion of their role. Truth is old guard which blossomed under Congress’s left leaning rule of 60-odd years thinks everything is going to the dogs.The book is complete waste of time and energy as nothing substantial or divergent comes out, best is to ignore it .

Pious Job Of Army In Kashmir - 2

                                  There's no denying the fact that Kashmir needs out of box solution and with failed attempts by successive government to ween fanatic muslim population (which in some estimates is 15-20%) away from violence and persuade them to participate in the mainstream, government should radically alter its strategy. Army and other security forces who have for long thwarted attempts to breakaway Kashmir from India  have paid heavy prize and yet they are demonized . The only solution that needs to be actively pursued is abolition of Article 370, encouraging civilians from rest of country to own and settle down in Kashmir ,have similar rights that of locals in Kashmir. The radicalization process should be contained as it continues in the name of confronting alleged oppression, while truth is, its purely religious opportunism.

                                 65% turnout in assembly elections in 2014  which was highest in 25 years of history and higher than normal voting percentages in other states of India was frightening scenario for Separatists whose calls were ignored by people at large.  This resulted in desperation of Separatists and mentors in Pakistan who despite flaming insurgency for two decades lost ground miserably, thus and new strategy to reignite emotions and wave of radicalization started . Replacement of Sufism with Wahhabism, petro dollars ,free availability of Wahhabi literature etc are some other factors for breeding grounds of twisted radicalized fresh crop of youngsters harvested cunningly by Pakistani opportunist government. The gun wielding, brazenly threatening civilians and security forces terrorists are idealized, romanticized  and propagated as messiahs of freedom is part of same stategy.

                              If government doesn't act tough, incidents of violence are only going to increase with halfhearted attempts will embolden Separatists and strengthen terrorism . It is imperative that government writ is firmly established come whatsoever required . The appeasement of religious fanatics will be a nightmarish scenario jeopardizing  the integrity of entire nation.Army isn't deployed for normal law and order problems but during the breakdown of law enforcement machinery and that too in aid of civil authorities.  The law enforcement agencies can't act with their hands tied in front of blood thirsty mobs. Appeasement only bolsters terrorists while demoralizing our security agencies . In bringing normalcy and Kashmir's transition from present state to thriving secular state people die then so be it. The bleeding hearts and peaceniks who undermine Constitution should also be firmly dealt in our endeavor for peace and stability.

Pious Job Of Army In Kashmir - 1

                                 There's deluge of writing in media in the aftermath of death of terrorist Burhan Wani so i will try to refrain myself from treading the same beaten path and focus entirely on mushrooming radical elements and army's role in confronting it . It is important for all of us who believed in idea of India, a country which boasts itself of island of tolerance, secularism and stability in this troubled part of world to stand firm and not to wilt under misplaced concerns of human rights .  Our security establishment who's entrusted the job of holding the sovereignty of country and maintaining law in disturbed area under constitution framework shouldn't be questioned,  or their own safety shouldn't be jeopardized by taking unilateral decisions.

                                 Right after partition, the dubious appeasement policy of Nehru was responsible for festering wound of Kashmir that plagues us to this day . By now it is prudent for authorities to make Kashmiris understand that Kashmir is an integral part of India after Maharaja Hari Singh, signed the Instrument Of Accession on August 18, 1947.  Dr. Ambedkar rightly snubbed Sheikh Abdullah by stating “You want India to defend Kashmir, feed its people, undertake its all-round development and give Kashmiris equal rights all over the country. But you do not want the rest of India and Indians (to have) equal rights in Kashmir. I am (the) Law Minister of India, I cannot betray my country.”  After getting cold shoulder from law  minister, Gopalswamy Iyyengar had to place the proposal of Article 370 before the constituent assembly.

                                Article 370 was meant to bridge gap between two sides of Pir Panjal range , but 70 years after independence and appeasement policy of Central governments only bolstered separatist and communal forces. The same article 370 is being exploited unabated and shamelessly to create a wedge between communities. The ideology of "Kashmiriyat" was long dead and forgotten. The call of peaceful coexistence is kept alive only in studios as ethnic cleansing of Hindus and the Sikhs ( Chattisinghpora, Pathribal, and Barakpora massacres) had tacit support of majority community.

                              It is firstly important to understand the "Kashmir" problem.The valley has a Muslim majority population and Islam is practiced by 97.16% of the population with the remaining being Hindus (1.84%), Sikhs (0.88%), Buddhists (0.11%) and others. The accession of Kashmir to India by Raja Hari Singh is complete with no window of compromise. The problem persisting today is the warmongers belief that muslim majority should get the right to plebiscite and after throwing minorities(religious) out of valley , should get the right to accede to Pakistan. They don't respect the Indian Constitution and Democracy and shrewdly utilizes the same liberty under Constitution to undermine democratic values(calls of Sharia Law).

                             The shameless demands of dividing India on religious bases (two nation theory of Jinnah), finds resonance in some quarters of so called liberal media personalities too. The support for notorious "Azadi" hooligans in JNU etc and twisted logic of left intellectuals to support these outlaws is startling. Unfortunately these media morons and left intellectuals who dread at the idea of being sidelined from mainstream media after the coronation of Modi government latch on to anything that opposes BJP government for their relevance to continue as their very survival is threatened now. Same groups who were earlier mocking BJP-PDP led government is now working overtime to inflict maximum garbage at it in the garb of human rights concerns.

                           The successive government at center always treated separatists and divisive forces leniently notwithstanding their open defiance and support to Pakistan. The traitors hold Indian constitution and every symbol of Indian of authority in contempt. While India continues to harp on dialogue process to address and resolve Kashmir imbroglio within the framework of Indian Constitution, Pakistan was aggressively pursuing an agenda of attempting to portray its proxy war against India as an indigenous uprising against Indian sovereignty and internationalise the issue by glorifying deaths of terrorists as violation of human rights. Pakistani contaminated claim that Kashmir is the ‘unfinished agenda of Partition’ is parroted repeatedly by these traitors.

Worshiping False Gods

                                              Firstly a book by an esteemed gentlemen known for his honesty and humbleness . In today's politically charged environment simple quotes comes under microscopic scrutiny and sometimes twisted to create political storms. Abuses are hurled freely with dangers of epithets to physical violence looms large. Nowadays people publicly brandishes their political affiliations and violently defend their beliefs and so,its best to refrain from commenting on social matters not out of conviction but safety. This book is a brave attempt to put past historical facts in public domain, no surprise author had to face wrath from certain quarters.

                                           This is a remarkable attempt to understand different ideologies at play during the long and tedious path of freedom struggle. In our zeal to make heroes and worship them as gods we often forget that the person we are idealizing is a mortal with all his flaws. Don't we have the capacity to accept a person with all his flaws as a hero ? Why doesn't we accept a simple truth that heroes can and may commit mistakes ? Does those mistakes make him a lesser mortal ?

                                           In the words of Dr. B R Ambedkar "Bhakti in religion may be a road to the salvation of the soul. But in politics, Bhakti or hero-worship is a sure road to degradation and to eventual dictatorship", hasn't few organizations with trademark victim hood card fallen prey to same ideology that Dr. Ambedkar warned us?  I can only summarize it by saying its a book worth reading without preconceived notions on author.  This book asks too many uncomfortable questions and too many excerpts with references that eventually helps understanding stalwarts by cleaning cobwebs. One of the finest book to read and understand the tussle and dramas inacted during the freedom movement of country

Cheer Haran

                                         In the prevailing vicious political environment of this country a worrying trend is emerging, only those tragedies are highlighted  that furthers ones political ambitions while feigning ignorance over others by politicians and media - a gruesome rape in Kerala is protested by some but conveniently ignored by others (http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/main-suspect-in-rape-murder-of-kerala-dalit-woman-arrested-by-police-report-2855899/). While a condemnable statement by ex-BJP Vice President of UP Dayashankar is grabbed by politicians and left/liberal media to denounce central government and create mass hysteria its lackadaisical attitude towards other numerous filthy incidents raises questions about its sincerity.

                                      Derogatory statements by politicians isn't new phenomenon in Indian politics (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o95x50Wi7nw). Many stalwarts across political spectrum have indulged in shameful rhetoric. The derogatory statement and sacking of Dayashankar by BJP doesn't seem to mollify mischief mongers . There seems to be a manufactured fury created by vested interests to continue the agitation keeping UP elections in mind . The irony is, the sensitive question of insult to a woman is being hijacked to trash BJP while identity politics in this case "Dalit" is being superimposed for political gains trivializing the bigger question of women's honor and dignity.

                                    Politicians jump in fray when its politically convenient to them and unfortunately it belittles the otherwise serious topic of women dignity. The political prism of current day politicians is narrow . It only divides people and perpetuate hate. The victims and crimes are nowadays segregated on the basis of identity, castes and religious. Identities are re emphasized , flimsy excuses are given and conspiracy theories are woven. Nurturing political ambitions isn't sin but shielding criminals in the garb of fake victimhood emboldens the perpetrator by blunting law through smokescreen, thus negates the will  to confront the crime. The allegations and counter allegations defeats the resolve to fight burning issue of women respect and dignity making it more about identity slugfest.

                                       In this case , the support from media and social condemnation by all encouraged Mayawati, who tried to evoke community emotions by calling it an insult on "Dalit" women across India( apparently she even compared herself to living deity of oppressed ). Unfortunately the actual topic of insult to women was given castist turn and in the ensuing protests BSP workers went overboard crossing all limits of human decency. They openly called for the mother, wife and 12 year old daughter (7th grader) of Dayashankar to be delivered to them all for sex and to teach them a lesson. Even more bizarre is the justification of Mayawati in her own words ‘Dayashankar’s family should realize (through the statement of her party men) that how insulting it is when a woman is referred to as a prostitute’.

                                   There shouldn't be any discrimination while dealing with serious issue of women modesty. Perpetrators shouldn't be left off because of his identity or political compulsions. When media ask for strict action on Dayashankar for deplorable comments then why doesn't it displays the same outrage when Congress’ Sanjay Nirupam  ask Smriti Irani to do thumkas, Nilamoni Sen Deka call her ‘Modi’s second wife’, Sharad Yadav for telling her “I know what you are” and JDU’s Ali Anwar claiming Irani has been given the textile portfolio to ‘cover her body.’ Why is the hypocrisy of selected outrage ? As long people doesn't unite and raise voice on social evil of defaming women irrespective of caste, religion etc all tall claims about women empowerment will only sound hollow and erroneous.

                                    It is morally correct to denounce any lewd comment made against women whether she's in public domain or otherwise but calling to rape family members with tacit approval from political boss is equally condemnatory. There shouldn't be any double standards employed by media to defend perpetrators when honor of a women is at stake. The victim and crime shouldn't be seen from the atrocious narrow prism of vote bank politics if India wants to save vulnerable daughters from the appalling emerging scenario .

1962: The War That Wasn't

“Avenge our unplayed lives, redeem the unredeemable  sacrifice,
       In freedom and integrity, let this be your inheritance, and our unwritten epitaph.”

Extract From The Book :-  “At the time when rest of the world was exhausted from the Second World War and attention was focused on the Cold war, Chinese supremo Mao Tse-Tung (Mao Zedong) pulled off one of the greatest real estate coups of all time. The Chinese played their cards in such a manner that the Indians lost what should have been at best a defensive war by not fighting it at all.”

                                     Since Indian independence we have fought five major wars four against Pakistan and one with China. While we successfully defended and won wars against Pakistan the battle in the high Himalayas in October-November 1962 left India humiliated and psyche scarred till now. 

                                        1962: The War That Wasn’t by Shiv Kumar Verma is an extraordinary attempt to unravel truth about Indo-China war fiasco, that till now is shrouded in myth and mystery, for the only official inquiry, the Brooks-Henderson/Bhagat Report on India’s catastrophic defeat in the war, has remained locked away, seen only by  very few in the military hierarchy over the past 50 odd years (media reports).

                                     This incredible book should be broadly divided into three phases, complete lack of understanding of the problem coupled with nepotism of narcissist PM and cowardly display by incompetent top military commanders who weren't chosen on merit . The incompetent politicians J.L Nehru(PM) and K.Menon(Defense Minister) who scuttled any positive attempt by Army to assert its authority by taking independent decisions. By humiliating Top military brass and replacing them with incompetent puppet officers with total lack of credentials were the genesis of defeat. In the end, the cowardice of those chosen few with bizarre military decisions on ground led to the worst defeat India faced despite exemplary courage shown by soldiers.

                                     So obsessed was Nehru for his image as leader of "Third World" and statesmanship that he supported China on all international forums despite China’s annexation of Sinkiang (Xinjiang) in 1949 and Tibet in 1950. When General KM Cariappa brought to Nehru’s notice in early 1951 that some Chinese troops were apprehended with maps showing parts of the North East Frontier Agency as part of China, he retorted, “It is not for the Army to decide who the nation’s likely enemies would be.”

                                       Despite total lack of infrastructure, no winter clothing, food to sustain, forget artillery support there's no basic ammunition to fight yet our soldiers on ground fought valiantly. Without providing the additional resources required, handing over the borders to the army was a meaningless gesture.” writes Verma. 

                                        In the end over 4,000 were taken prisoners of war by China , and an entire division of over 15,000 ill-equipped was routed in the face of the massive Chinese onslaught. While Chinese officially admit to 2,419 casualties (722 dead and 1,697 wounded) on their side. In my opinion this book is a must read, as it was not only ill preparedness but total collapse of decision making process at higher level .We must all debate and learn from mistakes and take decisive measures to prevent any catastrophe in future.

USA - An Apartheid Nation ?

                                         USA is always at the forefront of protesting and publicly giving decrees against governments around the globe when it comes to human rights.   Uncle Sam portrays himself the harbinger of good and just causes while denouncing and sometimes putting sanctions with or without UN approval on governments not obligatory to their whims. The U.S. State Department issues a report on human rights in other countries around the world. The Country Reports on Human Rights Practices have been an annual tradition since 1977 . Any country not towing the set parameters laid down by selected group led by US, is denounced and smudged with shadow of punitive sanctions always lurking . US projection of global watchdog is hypocrisy since human rights violations within US are increasing  alarmingly but is conveniently ignored.

                                       America of today is passing through a social turmoil with least regard for human rights violations. Most of the news emerging out of US points towards burgeoning social unrest, unabated violence, mass gun deaths, racism, racial profiling and police  brutalities on black population and minorities . The most disturbing uptrend is the police brutal killings of hapless black people in cold blood.  African-Americans are being marked and targeted for racial profiling, for arrest,for brutality and outright murder by law enforcement agencies. The escalating division inside the US between law enforcement agencies and the African-American as well as other linguistic or religious minorities is astonishing.

                                   The escalating brutal crackdown of law enforcement agencies on innocent  African-American community is only a small piece of problem, the growing intolerance towards religious minorities and racial  profiling without any remorse or shame is another. The shallowness of rhetoric on respect for human rights by US can be gauged from the fact that it supported Saudi Arabia candidacy to lead UNHRC, a country known for blatant human rights abuses. The uptrend in violence of one community towards people from other races has reached alarming proportion now and efforts to silence voices is proving futile. The high-profile police killings of black men, mass gun violence and targeted killings of police officers, testifies the worsening civilian unrest in US.

                                           There's no denying the fact that gun violence,racial tensions are at their worst in USA with abuse of power by the police is only making environment murkier by the day. Under the present scenario it is but natural to compare present day America with South Africa of past. The comparison is baffling with figures are worse when compared . The United States incarcerates a higher proportion of blacks than apartheid South Africa did. In America, the black-white wealth gap today is greater than it was in South Africa in 1970 at "the peak of apartheid". According to reports that whites in South Africa owned 15 times more than blacks in 1970s, while the current ratio for the United States is 18 to 1. The gap in household income, the ratio of unemployment, and the number of children going to segregated schools have all remained roughly the same. The disparity in incarceration rates has gotten worse.

                                    It wouldn't be wrong to question US for deteriorating human rights abuses and coerce government to initiate steps to restore sense of equality and justice among disadvantaged vulnerable groups, who are at mercy of trigger happy law enforcement agencies.Under present circumstances its naive to consider sermons seriously from US unless it sets his house in order and take meaningful steps to address the growing social unrest in its backyard. It is high time for the US government to face its own human rights problems with courage and give up the unwise practices of applying double standards on human rights issues.

Hinduism

                                     Often difficult to understand who's a Hindu or "Sanatan" (Eternal) Dharm, today read this beautiful article and sharing with all , hope u will like it --

                                   ‘Hindu’ is a geographical term. It is not name of a religion, as is often believed. Inhabitants of lands across the Sindh – Indus river -- were called Sindhus by all who came from the West. Later on, the name Sindhu was distorted to Hindus. Hindus were known to be people who lived in sync with Nature, and were spiritual people and through their experiences emerged the Vedas. Hinduism is a way of life – a truly spiritual way to life. The sun shines and gives out heat. It has been doing so for ages, it is sanatan - eternal. Does anyone have any right on it, can a Hindu or a Muslim religious leader claim it to be theirs? That which is sanatan is not property of any one cult or religion.

 

Sun rays fall on all equally, they light up everything irrespective of caste creed or colour...that is Nature’s Law – sanatan – eternal. Air gives life to us, it too is eternal. Everything on this planet is composed of five elements – "Panchtattva". These five elements – earth, fire, air, space and water – are sanatan – eternal, for have always been around ever since.

                                      It is these which need to be revered, respected and worshipped rather than some mind created paths which you are tuned to. Humans should strive to be comfortable and in tune with the universal energies because they are a product of these energies, the five elements which are compiled and formed into the highest form of specie – humans, according to Universal Intelligence, so as to follow universal mechanism and laws of Nature.

                                      This is the basic guna of every human -- to act according to Nature -- which is whole and complete – perfect for natural evolution of all the species and expansion of the Universe.

One has to be part of this magical and divine cosmic play and this is the highest joy of being a human.

                                      Human is here to celebrate life according to laws of Nature, enhancing each other towards growth, glory and grace. Where is the space for agony and hatred in this most spectacular, grand and wonderful eternal divine cosmic play.