Humanity at a Crossroads: Rethinking Our Path
“In my previous post, “Philosophies That Fragmented Civilization: Analyzing Ahimsa, Friendship, and Democracy,” we explored the potential shortcomings of certain ideologies. Today, however, we face a far more immediate challenge: humanity’s very survival.” Prof. Dr. H. O. Srivastava, President and CEO says.
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Prof. Dr. Sir H. O. Srivastava, IBS, K. St. J
M.Sc. M.Phil, Ph. D. (Info Sys.), Ph. D. (Chemistry), D. Lit. (Management)
Humanity at a Crossroads: Rethinking Our Path
In my previous post, “Philosophies That Fragmented Civilization: Analyzing Ahimsa, Friendship, and Democracy,” we explored the potential shortcomings of certain ideologies.
Today, however, we face a far more immediate challenge: humanity’s very survival. The specter of nuclear war looms large. With nations wielding weapons capable of global devastation, a single misstep can spell the end of life on Earth. The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East already cast a long shadow, disrupting global weather patterns and causing extreme weather events – floods, droughts, and wildfires – around the world. The unfettered use of missiles, explosives, and other instruments of destruction is pushing our climate closer to a tipping point.
Democracy is failing us. The short-termism and self-interest prevalent within political systems, judiciaries, administrations, and media outlets pose a significant threat. The relentless pursuit of wealth and power has blinded leaders to long-term needs and the greater good.
Politicians, devoid of qualifications beyond electoral victory, employ a range of unscrupulous tactics. These include:
• Populist measures: Distributing freebies to turn citizens into dependent beggars.
• Intimidation tactics: Resorting to violence, threats, and aggression to silence dissent.
• Deceptive promises: Luring voters with false promises of reservations, caste-based benefits, and other divisive measures.
• Corrupt practices: Engaging in widespread corruption and seeking support from terrorist groups, criminal elements, and specific socio-religious groups, disregarding national interest.
• Personal enrichment: Amassing wealth during their tenure.
This pattern is evident in countries like the US, Canada, Bangladesh, and India, where politicians prioritize personal gain over public service.
To be continued…