The author describes the transformation of India in the 1990's as she moved into the Information Age and the growing prosperity that has resulted.
Gurcharan Das Bücher
Gurcharan Das ist ein indischer Autor, Kommentator und öffentlicher Intellektueller, dessen Werk sich mit ethischen Fragen und gesellschaftlicher Entwicklung befasst. Seine Schriften erforschen tiefgründige philosophische Konzepte sowohl durch literarische als auch durch narrative Formen. Das setzt sich mit der Analyse moralischer Dilemmata auseinander, wobei er oft auf die indische Tradition zurückgreift, und zeichnet gleichzeitig die Wandlungen Indiens auf der globalen Bühne nach. Seine Prosa zeichnet sich durch scharfe Einblicke in die Komplexität der menschlichen Natur und des sozialen Wandels aus.
Why be good? What exactly is Dharma? How does one practise it, and to what effect? Gurcharan Das s superb exposition of the dilemmas and ambiguities inherent in the Mahabharata shows us how we can come to terms with the uncertain ethics of the world today, a world that is uncannily similar to that of the great epic.
The Elephant Paradigm
India Wrestles with Change
The Elephant India Wrestles with Change is, quite simply, about an ancient civilization's reawakening to the spirit and potential of its youth. Following up on the success of India Unbound, which took up the process of India s transformation in the 1990s from a closed to an open economy, The Elephant Paradigm ranges over a vast area covering subjects as varied as panchayati raj, national competitiveness, and the sacred and philosophical concerns of the average Indian consequent to India's entry into what the author calls the age of liberation. While India may never roar ahead like the Asian tigers, Das argues, it will advance like a wise elephant, moving steadily and surely, pausing occasionally to reflect on its past and to enjoy the journey.Gurcharan Das employs the essay form to sew together varied facets of this remarkable transition. Divided into three sections, the book first establishes a context for the changes that have occurred, and then assesses how we have changed or not changed in our public and private lives. As he sweeps over the major political, social and economic developments, he does not forget to examine the individual beliefs and aspirations that underpin the process. Crisp, insightful and witty, these essays capture both the disappointments and the joys that resulted from the 90s revolution and serve as an essential guide to the new India
The Dilemma of an Indian Liberal
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- 8 Lesestunden
The author reflects on their journey to liberalism, emphasizing the importance of openness and mutual respect in fostering a more inclusive society. They explore the challenges and complexities of maintaining these values in a polarized world, advocating for dialogue and understanding as essential tools for progress. Through personal anecdotes and philosophical insights, the book examines the interplay between individual beliefs and collective societal norms, urging readers to embrace a more compassionate approach to differing perspectives.
