SHIFT THE FOCUS TO DUTY-BASED APPROACH

minds on positive lines. Similarly, if you are going to run successful institutions, you first have to implement an ethical educational system to develop the foundation of our youth. People who constantly complain and demand their rights from others gain nothing. Rights cannot be unilaterally demanded and enforced. Francis of Assisi rightly said, “It is in giving that we receive.” When people carry out their duties, they will automatically receive their rights, albeit pragmatically. Therefore, they should shift the focus of their efforts from the rights-based approach to the duty-based approach. This standard of ethics is straightforward and natural, and anyone can easily learn it. Becoming a good human being has nothing ambiguous about it. Its simple formula is: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Known as the golden rule of ethics, this is the highest principle of social ethics. This is a universal teaching found in almost every religion. Indians should make ‘excellence’ their goal; they should not accept anything less than striving for excellence. In doing so, not only will they reach great heights of success, but they will also be able to reform society along constructive lines and make India invincible. Actual results can be achieved only through long-term planning and unflagging, dedicated effort. The two great virtues indispensable in the struggle are patience and fortitude. Let us dedicate ourselves to the noble endeavour of advancing our nation by embracing the principle of India-first. This entails prioritising our nation’s and its citizens’ welfare and interests above all other considerations. o God's most beloved servant is the one who suppresses his desires for God's sake; who gives up the comforts of life on His behalf; who surmounts all obstacles in his journey towards God.