अहिंसा : समाज-संरचना का आधार

Summary

The document discusses terrorism as a serious international problem, with all nations seeking peace through their own diplomatic approaches. It emphasizes that Indian culture accepts only non-violent elements and has always strived for a social structure based on non-violence. Indian scriptures and texts have provided interpretations of non-violence. The teachings of Acharya Shri Mahapragya are highlighted, who clarified non-violent principles for social order. He argued that national duty cannot remain untouched by non-violence, which is the primary duty of every citizen. His views on non-violence are described as not only time-relative but also universal. He emphasized the need for non-violence for national interest and distinguished between two types of activity: violent activity driven by attachment and aversion, and non-violent activity free from these, related to controlled mind, speech, and body. This practical non-violence is considered essential for the entire world. The text attributes the rise of terrorism to hedonistic tendencies and advocates for the development of consciousness beyond materialism, stressing that indulgence of the senses is only appropriate within limits. For a peaceful and non-violent society, Acharya Mahapragya promoted coexistence, recognizing all humans as equal. He argued that the solution to terrorism lies in developing coexistence. He also emphasized non-absolutism, urging ideological equality and harmony, as ideological rigidity creates conflict. His thoughts are described as permeated with non-violence, covering ideological equality, coexistence, development of transcendent consciousness, and freedom from attachment and aversion. He gave supreme importance to fearlessness in ending terrorism, as only a non-violent person can embody fearlessness. He also addressed injustice as a major social evil and advocated for resisting it.