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THE THIRD HARMONY: NON-VIOLENCE AND THE NEW STORY OF HUMAN NATURE
Full text linkMichael Nagler unveils Gandhiji’s philosophy of non-violence and itssignificance in the 21st century. It helps us to contemplate what and who weare and brings out peace and harmony to a sustainable society. Hisknowledge of Gandhian non-violence presents the ‘new story’ that directsus from our personal and social development more towards assimilatingthe deep inner world (third harmony) for finding the peace with oneself,others and the whole society without any walls. This book is indispensableto a true passionate lover of life who wishes for social justice and a paradigmshift from inner and outer violence to more internal peace and socialharmony. In the time of unprecedented and chaotic situations, this bookgives hope to lead a fearless, optimistic and robust life. The objective ofthis book is to disseminate non-violence and practical ways to teach thevalues of peac
Migrants and the Inclusive Policy Framework: Has Kerala Set the Precedent for Others to Emulate
Full text linkMigrants are subjects that are often left out in the policy discourse, eventhough India has one of the largest floating populations in the world. Attimes when the migrant communities are facing scornful events at differentquarters of their lives, the State of Kerala has addressed similar concernsthrough policy deliberations framed with the utmost care and importance,thus emerging as the pro-migrant State in the country. The articleincorporates a discussion on the various policy initiatives adopted by theState machinery for the welfare and betterment of inter-state migrant workersemployed in the Stat
Decentralised Governance and Socio-Economic Status of Tribals in Vidarbha, Maharashtra, India
Full text linkScheduled Tribes (STs) in Vidarbha constitute 32.1 per cent of thetotal population and are socially excluded and denied equal opportunities.Despite having a one-third reservation in Panchayati Raj, the issues ofsocial exclusion and lack of participation of tribals in socio-political andeconomic activities raises a question for their development. In this contextthe paper examines the socio-economic conditions of tribals in theVidarbha region of Maharashtra, accessibility of political power and theirlevel of participation in decision-making for implementation ofprogrammes/schemes meant for their development. Literature has beenreviewed, data published in leading newspapers, magazines, reports,working papers were used and personal field observations were made toassess the effect of decentralisation on the development and welfare ofthe tribals. The paper concludes that concerted efforts for thedevelopment of these groups by the Central and State Governments havehad only marginal impacts on their socio-economic conditions inspite ofthe various welfare measures and constitutional protection. An honestinitiative of Gram Panchayat can bring forth a public delivery systemensuring a reasonable and quality service to the disadvantaged tribalcommunity
