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This great nation has always emphasized There might be some skepticism in stereotype classes
more on duties than rights. The life towards the rationale of these schemes cannot be ruled out.
and philosophy of Lord Rama teaches But that is equally indispensable to ensure implementation
adherence of Raj Dharma with utmost of these policies in letter and spirit. One should be conscious
integrity to stick to the values of welfare of that these schemes cannot bear the results instantly as
all living creatures inequalities, poverty, ignorance, poor public participation
and other reasons are deeply rooted in downtrodden strata.
equality, fraternity based on dignity of individuals to contribute These factors present a threat to dampen the Constitutional
in the integrity and prosperity of the nation. spirit. Therefore, multi-pronged strategy is required to ensure
Parts III and IV of the Constitution have certainly left indelible equal and responsible participation from each citizen. The
inprints on the life of an individual in post constitutional era, constitution itself stipulates some benchmarks to erase the
but it certainly reminds me of the poetic style of Sh U.Baxi mindset of servility and transform behavior of citizens being
to evaluate some literary work, ...little done vast undone…. the trustees, beneficiaries and source of sovereignty to make
Part III enumerates the rights of individuals recognized under their nation great.
the Constitution. But a vast section of the masses has yet This great nation has always emphasized more on duties
to taste and understand the meaning of fundamental rights. than rights. The life and philosophy of Lord Rama teaches
The judiciary has been trying to unfold meaning hidden in the adherence of Raj Dharma with utmost integrity to stick to the
layers of the constitutional script. Nonetheless, the efforts to values of welfare of all living creatures, exercising powers
make the Constitutional philosophy visible for the common with unparalleled self- restraint and respect own and other’s
man must be consistent this philosophy comes true. Adhering limitations. Indian mythology believes in theory of Karma.
to the directive principles of State Policy, the government has Gita says, Yogah Karamsu Koushlam (Whatever you do,
launched numerous social welfare schemes in recent past to do completely, perfectly and skillfully). Similarly, Shri Guru
uplift the standards of living of stakeholders. Primary among Nanak preached us Name God, Work Diligently, Share and
them are MGNREGA, Jan Dhan Yojna, Skill India, Make in Consume Together.Sufi saints have promoted the values
India, Swaccha Bharat, Shramev Jayte, Beti Bachao Beti of truthfulness, compassion towards bio-diversity, nation,
Padhao, Ujala, Ujjawala, Atal Pension Yojna, Digital India, humanity, brotherhood and culture. Swami Vivekanand,
Start Up India, Setu Bharatam, Ayushman Bharat, MADAD emphasizing on significance of Karma, guided that no man
etc. These schemes have transformed the lives of millions has to be judged by mere nature of his duties, but all should
but the outstanding number of have nots echo the words be judged by the manner and the spirit with which they
‘vast undone’. perform them.
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