The Role Of Religion In Shaping Society

THE ROLE OF RELIGION IN SHAPING SOCIETY T hose who saw India before 1947 and see it today will clearly notice a major difference between the two periods. In earlier times, moral values were respected, humanity was honoured, and people fulfilled their responsibilities toward each other. Today, these values have largely disappeared. Now, selfishness has replaced humanity. Instead of responsibilities, we only hear noise about rights. Instead of unity, clashes are seen everywhere. Why did this change occur? The real reason is that earlier, religion had an influence over society; now, politics has taken its place. In the past, religious figures were the leaders of the people. But in the current situation, non-religious figures have taken that role. This experience shows us how important religion is in building and shaping society. What is the work of religion? Basically, it lifts a person from the level of materialism and helps them live on the level of spirituality. When spirituality enters a person, they automatically become free from selfishness and