By
Ayesha Rana, Co-Founder – VRIGHT PATH
(Ancient Bharat Knowledge
Platform for Clarity and Actions to Bridge Your Karma Gaps)
Today, India stands at a moral and
cultural crossroads. The rapid spread of pre-marital relationships, casual
dating, and live-in arrangements is reshaping not only how men and women
interact, but also how families, communities, and our very sense of
self-respect and character are evolving. This change is not without consequence
— emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Hindi
The
Crisis We Are Facing
Pre-marital love affairs and live-in
relationships, now widely normalized through media, social platforms, and
cinema, are leading to a crisis in individual temperament, emotional health, and
personal dignity. They often promote:
- Short-term gratification over long-term responsibility
- Confusion in relationships and lack of emotional
stability
- Erosion of commitment, loyalty, and patience
- Disrespect toward parents, marriage, and traditional rituals
- Psychological distress from betrayal, heartbreak, and
identity loss
- Increase in crimes, exploitation, and abandonment
For a culture rooted in “Samskaras”
and family honour, this is not just a lifestyle trend — it’s an erosion
of the very spiritual fabric of society.
The
Problem is Cultural and Spiritual
From childhood, if youth are not
taught the value of character, boundaries, and the sanctity of
relationships, they grow up seeking validation through temporary
attractions. Influenced by distorted portrayals of love and lust in films, OTT
shows, music, and peer culture — their idea of love becomes shallow and
transactional.
But our Vedic tradition always held
that love is sacred — not just a feeling, but a commitment to Dharma (duty),
Artha (purpose), Kama (desire with restraint), and Moksha (liberation).
Personal
Reflection
"When I was a teenager, my father — a strong follower of Indian values — taught me that character is
everything. He would say: 'Never let anyone or anything compromise your dignity.' Even today if you observe how many girls and boys around us lack the sense of moral compass. Some dress or behave in ways just to attract
the opposite sex. Many boys look at girls not with respect, but lust. And
sadly, many girls too, are influenced by what they see in movies and society,
adopt that path. Being a woman, I have seen how hard it is to protect one's
purity of thought and conduct in today’s world. It’s becoming increasingly
difficult to teach the right value system to young people. But you need to chose a different path — not out of fear, but out of self-respect and awareness
that our Karma matters."
Inspiration
from Lord Shri Ram and the Ramayana
In the Ramayana, Lord Shri Ram
is the ultimate ideal of a man of character, loyalty, and Dharma. His
relationship with Maa Sita stands as a timeless example of commitment
and sanctity:
- One life partner, chosen through divine and sacred
rituals
- Marriage upheld as a union of souls, not bodies
- Mutual sacrifice, devotion, and unwavering respect
- Family as the foundation of society
- Spiritual strength in facing temptation and trials
This is not outdated — it is eternal
wisdom. The freedom provided by modern law does not mean we should cross
all limits of culture, self-restraint, or dignity. Dharma teaches us how to
live within rightful boundaries, which protect the soul from decay.
Respecting
the Voices of Dharma
We must wholeheartedly support
spiritual leaders like Acharya Aninudhacharya Ji and Premanand Ji Maharaj,
who have recently raised difficult but necessary questions about live-in
relationships, youth behaviour, and family breakdown. These are not hate-filled
statements — they are wake-up calls.
We should not be afraid of such truthful
discussions. It is time we start telling our children and society what
is right and what is wrong — not based on outdated judgment, but on ancient
wisdom and lasting values.
Freedom
with Limits
Yes, the Indian Constitution
guarantees freedom of choice, but it does not mean unrestrained license
to destroy self or society. With rights come responsibilities —
toward self, family, future generations, and the cultural heritage we are
blessed with.
Let us use this moment not to
divide, but to re-align with our roots. Let’s not confuse boldness
with wisdom or freedom with recklessness.
Bharat does not need more broken homes or confused
youth.
India needs more Rams than Romeos, and more Sitas than social
influencers selling shallow love.
The
VRIGHT Path Forward – Spiritual Action
- Reintroduce Vedic education and Samskaras at home and school
- Encourage spiritual reading (Ramayana, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads) from young age
- Support campaigns and satsangs that address character-building
- Protect the institution of marriage as sacred
- Teach girls and boys self-respect, not just self-expression
- Celebrate role models
who live with integrity, not just glamour
Final
Thought
Let us choose wisely, for ourselves
and for the generations to come.
Bharat’s strength has always been in
her spiritual wisdom, moral values, and resilient families. Let us
return to that core. Let us teach the next generation that true freedom is not
in breaking all rules — but in aligning with the Dharma that uplifts the
soul. Dharma protects those who protect dharma.
Let us build relationships, not
attractions. Homes, not houses. Characters, not followers.
Happy Independence Day.
Jai Hind! Jai Bharat!
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