Modern 'Nonviolence', an Irony
Modern Nonviolence, an Irony Long ago, Mahatma Gandhi introduced the notion of ahimsa or non-violence to the Indian society, to nurture peace and goodwill in all human minds. But don't you think that it is confined to books alone, instead of being activated in today's practical world? Yes, it has become a farce in the 21 st century. The holy term is being degraded day after day. Is this our civilisation? Some months ago, a horrifying road-accident at Uttarpara startled me, just as and when, the gory sight was visible. Kalyan Uncle and Ranu Auntie were waiting for the Salt Lake bound bus to come. Abruptly, a motor-bike collided against a truck. Consequently, the rider broke his skull, as if it was a pool of blood. Mom soothed me, "Close your eyes now. Don't watch it that makes you feel sick." Most of the people just clicked their tongues and passed by. Doesn't this occurrence make all wonder that we, the so called human beings have turned brutal