I am pleased to share
that my article titled “The Varna-Ashrama Dharma System: Misconceptions,
Relevance, and Evolution” has been published by World Journalism of Tourism and
Management.
This article attempts to
move beyond common simplifications and polarized views of the Varna-Ashrama
framework. Rather than treating it as a rigid or purely historical construct,
the article examines its philosophical foundations, how it was understood in
classical Indian thought, and how it evolved across time. I have also tried to
engage with contemporary misunderstandings and explore whether any aspects of
the system retain relevance in modern social and ethical discourse.
The intention is not to
defend or dismiss, but to understand. My hope is that the article contributes
to a more nuanced and informed conversation, especially at a time when ancient
social ideas are often discussed without sufficient historical or textual
context.
The full article is
available here:
As always, I remain
grateful to readers who take the time to engage critically and thoughtfully
with these themes.
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