Mahatma Gandhi

  • Undermining Gandhi’s Legacy: Reflections on Martyrdom Day

    RAM PUNIYANI

    In an era where systematic efforts attempt to erase Mahatma Gandhi’s monumental role in shaping a united India, this essay critically examines recent distortions around his legacy. From historical revisionism to ideological attacks, explore how his vision of secularism and mass consciousness built the foundation of an independent nation.

  • Controlling Thought and Food Habits

    CHARVAKA DESK

    Examining the rise of food bans, sedition orders, and political intolerance, Ram Puniyani highlights how sectarian agendas infringe upon basic democratic freedoms in India. Drawing upon Gandhian ideals and historical pluralism, this essay critiques state-imposed food fundamentalism and advocates for individual liberty, mutual respect, and the preservation of our rich cultural diversity.

  • Jana Gana Mana Adhinayaka: It’s Not About King George

    RAM PUNIYANI

    Debates surrounding India’s national anthem often involve myths that Rabindranath Tagore’s Jana Gana Mana was written to honor King George V. This article addresses these misconceptions, examining how colonial media errors perpetuated the rumor, how Tagore clarified his focus on human destiny, and why the anthem’s pluralism remains vital today