Tag: reclaiming history

  • Master the Politics of ‘Official’ History: A Complete Indic Guide to Transform Collective Memory

    Master the Politics of ‘Official’ History: A Complete Indic Guide to Transform Collective Memory

    This essay examines how centralized, “official” history—whether colonial, Marxist, or nationalist—can erode India’s decentralized, living memory. It contrasts Western, top‑down historiography with Indic ethos, where society, not institutions, traditionally safeguarded memory across Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Sikh traditions. Citing the 1857 War of Independence and the Azamgarh Proclamation, it shows how living memory enabled coordinated…

  • Portraits of the Deracinated Indian Education System

    Portraits of the Deracinated Indian Education System

    In this thought-provoking blog post, the urgent need for the decolonization of India’s education system is explored. The article delves into the persisting impact of mental colonization, particularly evident in the modern Indian population’s inclination to embrace Western culture, values, and ideals, often prioritizing them over their own heritage. Through historical context and powerful quotes…