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A society that has more justice needs less charity.

  Some forms of content on the internet can have a profound impact on us. They force us to think, to feel.  The very common video advertisements that circulate for crowdfunding is one such form of content. In such a video, one can see the crying parents of a child suffering from a chronic illness. One can sense the desperation in their ask for monetary help to be able to save their kid's life.  Advertisements like these should bring us to ask a very pertinent question. Would a society where people have justice, so often take recourse to such means to raise funds needed for healthcare? Means that depends on the largesse of the viewers to save children's lives?  Certainly not.  A society which is just would ensure that people are treated with dignity. It would ensure people have equitable access to resources and are not condemned to a life of dependence on charity. It would be a gross violation of one's right to life if they are compelled to depend on someone's charity fo
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Visionary Decision Making happens at the intersection of intuition and logic.

In a world characterised by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity, it becomes necessary for leaders to make visionary decisions. Visionary decision making involves thinking beyond mistakes of the past, inadequacies of the present and the fear of the future to be able to envision possibilities of success and progress. Moreover, a visionary decision is one that transcends one’s personal interest and carries potential for bringing about a larger good. A decision based on reason alone is unlikely to be transformational in its approach as it can cause one to become narrow in their mindset. On the other hand, relying solely on intuition to make decisions can lead to disastrous consequences because of its exclusion of conscious reasoning. Therefore, it is rightly said that it is the intersection of intuition and logic that gives rise to visionary decision making. History abounds with examples which justify the given statement. For example, it was Gautam Buddha’s intuition which
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The destiny of a nation is shaped in its classrooms

  Destiny of a nation is shaped in its classrooms. The educational system of a nation serves as the solid ground standing on which its citizens chart the path to its progress and development. In this journey, a classroom is not merely a physical space. An ideal classroom provides a centre or a space conducive to learning, unlearning and relearning. The knowledge imparted, skills taught, and experiences provided here strongly influence people's ability to positively shape the destiny of the nation.  In this essay we will explore, with the help of examples, the impact that educational and classroom experiences have on the trajectory of a country.  Drawing from the rich cultural history of India, we can appreciate the significance of ancient Indian educational spaces and learning centres. The Nalanda Mahavihara established by Kumargupta in 5th century CE, for instance, served as a great centre of learning. It not only attracted foreign travellers and scholars to India, but also led t
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The Teacher and the Taught

That Naman Sir is not just about teaching for an exam, but about instilling larger lessons was driven home to me in the very first minutes of entering the examination hall on 16th of June,2024. With only a few minutes to go before the commencement of the exam, there was an electric short-circuit and spark in the hall which caused the lights and fans to go out.  I could immediately sense the unease and discomfort on the faces of almost all the fellow examinees. It was at this point that the lessons and practice of being in the Dravid Zone came to my rescue. I did not allow the incident to unsettle my focus and managed to retain my calm and composure. As it turned out, the fault was fixed by the administration in time, but the fact that I was able to remain focused and undistracted is largely due to the experience with misfits.  I joined misfits with only one hope that it would help me re-experience the joys of learning as I had felt that the competitive nature of the exam reduced the
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