The War Within by Sukhmani Gandhi

We live in a society that glorifies war and subsides all the peace makers. History is the proof of such a lifestyle, if asked one would remember the horrendous regimes of the Nazi Germany but when it comes to the peace making regimes one might hardly have strong reactions or opinions. Lets take the case of the recent surgical strikes in Kashmir, the broadcasting industry left no stone unturned when it came to bringing it to public. However, Ion Sharmila’s protest remained unnoticed until she decided to break her fast and choose another path regarding her protest against AFSPA.

My opinions can be contradicted easily by giving the example of Mahatma Gandhi but while making such a statement people forget that most of the movies that come about in public are about radical leaders during the national struggle while Gandhi’s ideologies are a part of the books.

Another strong and debatable thought is whether the youth of the country can identify with such radical behavior? Kanhaiya Kumar the J.N.U student became an inspiration for most of the students and a youth icon.

Rage, anger, frustration agitation against any government policy is justified on the part of the civilians of the country but resolving to radical practices is not the solution.

It takes a really small level of agitation to be ignite and lead to war . This is not war in the literal since but one that makes permanent   boundaries and the code of right and wrong in the society. The Jats and Marathas demanding reservations, the cow vigilantes creating havoc in the city and the river disputes have been increasing tremendously. Peaceful protests are hardly been there in the country? Recreational activities such as watching movies have also become a part of the war and the effects are both gruesome and long term. The reason for all this is not to be blamed on the officials but rather the uncontrolled behavior of the people. The restlessness that one goes through unless one takes charge of any violent means of action to overcome their emotions. The radical nature needs to be curbed and middle path needs to be found for the society to be a better place to live in.