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Preserving traditional identity in a changing society: Balancing rights and norms

Ryan Baidya, Ph.D., MBA, of the Takshila Foundation, discusses the tension between preserving traditional identities and embracing evolving societal changes. He highlights concerns about redefining terms like "husband" and "wife," and the impact of executive orders that reinforce binary gender definitions. Baidya emphasizes the importance of balancing individual rights with respect for cultural heritage and linguistic continuity.

Why Sanatan-Hindu cannot avoid politics

“In ‘Why Sanatan-Hindu Cannot Avoid Politics,’ the Author argues that politics is inescapable for Sanatan (Hindu) citizens, despite their reluctance to engage in it. Political decisions impact every facet of daily life, including taxes, education, healthcare, and personal freedoms. While many educated Sanatan individuals feel ashamed or brainwashed into avoiding political discourse due to historical, cultural, and social conditioning, the author asserts that disengagement from politics is not a neutral act. It often tacitly endorses the status quo and allows others to shape the nation's future. The narrative explores how Sanatan citizens are unconsciously involved in politics, why they have distanced themselves from it, and the importance of conscious political participation to safeguard their cultural and religious rights. The narrative calls for a reclamation of politics as a moral duty (Dharma), encouraging Sanatan citizens to engage constructively at both local and national levels to strengthen India’s democratic fabric and protect their values,” writes Ryan Baidya.