Question 4.5) a)GS2GS2
What teachings of Mahavira are most relevant today and why? Discuss.
Main Body
Mahavira was the 24th and last Tirthankara of Jainism. His teachings are transcendental and eternal.
Teachings of Mahavira:
1Aparigyrah ⓑ Asteya ⓒ
Brahmcharya ⓐ Non-violence
ⓒ strict regulation of being
ⓑ Right knowledge, faith & conduct
Relevance of Mahavira's teachings:
1In the era of social media where reality is fast losing relevance → Mahavira's ideal of Asteya (not being hurtful) is essential
2Modern materialistic societies have made (man a mindless consumer) (by utility) (Herbert House) → Mahavira's idea of zero detachment from material is relevant
3Global peace is endangered due to urgent world and regional conflicts → Mahavira's idea of non-violence is important
4IS - Fake news and deepfakes have led to loss of integrity → Mahavira's idea of Right knowledge will help in checking away darkness
5Climate change and global warming can also be fuelled by Mahavira's idea of living in harmony with nature.
Therefore, Mahavira's ideas are very much relevant even today
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Conclusion
Therefore, Mahavira's ideas are very much relevant even today
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Topper
ANINDYA PANDEY
AIR 1582025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Philosophy and Ethics
Mahavira's Teachings
Relevance of Jain Philosophy in Modern Context
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