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  Henry Wotton's poem "The Character of a Happy Life" encapsulates profound wisdom about the essence of true happiness and fulfillment. One line from the poem, "having nothing, yet hath all," particularly resonates as a succinct yet powerful statement of life's philosophy. This line suggests that true happiness does not come from material possessions or external success, but from a state of inner contentment and simplicity. In our fast-paced, materialistic world, the pursuit of happiness is often associated with accumulating wealth, achieving professional success, and acquiring the latest gadgets or luxurious items. We are constantly bombarded with messages that equate happiness with consumption and status. However, Wotton's insight challenges this notion, inviting us to look inward rather than outward for genuine fulfillment. The idea of "having nothing, yet hath all" is rooted in the understanding that happiness is an internal state of being,...

The government's decision to step back from including the Manusmriti in the syllabus due to fear of leftists shows a lack of courage. Ambedkar, who never studied Sanskrit, made comments about the Manusmriti based on translations and his limited understanding, calling it a hateful book. This misconception still affects us today. Ambedkar's views on the Manusmriti are not the final word. There were many great thinkers and scholars before and after him. Some people, influenced by Western education and Christianity, made shallow comments on Hindu religious texts, and these comments were used for political gain. The BJP talks about 'Constitution Day' but doesn't add a single book to the syllabus. The problem with the BJP is that its members are more afraid of the word 'saffron' than the leftists. The government should confidently state that it will set the curriculum. If people go to court, the government should clearly say that the court should focus on granting...