Department of Psychology at Agrasen PG Girls College Organizes Talk on Mahatma Gandhi's Death Anniversary

 

Department of Psychology at Agrasen PG Girls College, Parmanandapur, Varanasi Organizes Talk on Mahatma Gandhi's Death Anniversary

Key Speaker Lenin Raghuvanshi Explores Friendly Contradictions among Dr. Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh, and Mahatma Gandhi

The Department of Psychology at Agrasen PG Girls College in Parmanandapur, Varanasi, recently organized a thought-provoking talk on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's death anniversary. The event featured Lenin Raghuvanshi as the chief guest and key speaker, who delved into the intriguing relationships and ideologies shared among three iconic figures: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh, and Mahatma Gandhi.

Lenin Raghuvanshi highlighted the interconnectedness and communication among these influential figures, showcasing how Bhagat Singh wrote to Gandhi about the philosophy of violence and non-violence. Gandhi, in turn, played a pivotal role in bringing Dr. Ambedkar into the first cabinet of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru as the Law Minister. Notably, after Gandhi's demise, Dr. Ambedkar was among the first to pay his respects at the leader's funeral.

Despite their differences, all three leaders shared a common stance against religious fanaticism, particularly emphasizing their opposition to organizations like the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Gandhi, as the architect of the movement against British rule, strategically utilized the Quit India Movement to weaken the British Empire through a nation-wide civil disobedience struggle.

The talk shed light on Gandhi's commitment to multiculturalism, as he declared India to be the homeland of all its inhabitants, regardless of religious affiliations. The subsequent arrest of prominent Congress leaders, including Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Vallabhbhai Patel, marked a significant turning point in the Quit India Movement.

The talk also touches upon the complexity of Subhas Chandra Bose, highlighting his disagreement with the Congress leadership. Despite their differences, when Bose led the Indian National Army (INA), he named three regiments after Gandhi, Nehru, and Maulana Azad, showcasing his respect for his colleagues. Bose's address over the Azad Hind Radio, where he referred to Gandhi as the 'father of the nation' on his birthday in 1943, added a layer of complexity to his character.

The narrative then shifts to the Partition of India, attributing it to the struggle among different religions, philosophies, social customs, traditions, and literature. The aggressive stances of political and religious parties such as the Muslim League and Hindu Mahasabha, coupled with the British Government's role, fueled the antagonistic and hostile atmosphere leading to the eventual partition.

The article concludes by providing a link for readers interested in exploring further details on the Quit India Movement: The Wire - Quit India Movement and Hindu Mahasabha and the Partition of India: Serials Journals - The Partition of India.