Viksit Bharat – A Deceptive Slogan…!

This article critically examines the concept called “Viksit Bharat” and argues that it is nothing more than a deceptive slogan. In the present economic system, growth is measured primarily based on the prosperity of wealthy capitalists. While capitalists are provided protection and incentives by the economic system, the poor are subjected to insecurity, exploitation, and social instability. In the current context, what is called “development” is essentially a structure built upon the labour of the poor. An increase in assets or capital accumulation means that wealth is created by extracting and appropriating the labour of the poor and workers. Merely hearing the word “development” creates a sense of excitement, but in reality, it has turned into an unnatural and harmful concept. Development is often defined as something that leads to environmental destruction, loss of biodiversity, and ecological imbalance. Today, villages are being transformed into towns. Western models are being imposed on our country through various external influences. Concepts such as liberty, equality, fraternity, secularism, and caste-neutral ideals, which are fundamental to Indian society, find no place in the idea of “Viksit Bharat”.
Unless Buddhist philosophical principles are adopted, it is impossible for India to truly become a developed nation. As long as social inequality and blind beliefs dominate societal behaviour, the concept of “Viksit Bharat” remains merely a hollow slogan. Only when the nation nurtures a mindset of equality and social harmony can real liberation be achieved. Buddhist principles alone can provide liberation and true development to the nation. Therefore, before repeatedly using the term “Viksit Bharat”, it is essential to deeply reflect on its meaning.

Development, Equality, Inequality, Economic Growth and Liberation.

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