Rising above affiliations in politics and environment
Times of IndiaBy Narayani Ganesh Should spiritual masters cast their vote in elections? Similarly, spiritual leaders, I think, have to be for people.” These are Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s words, in an interview with a national newspaper when he was asked about his political affiliation, if any. The spiritual master teaches by example, and in doing so, sets the tone for sustainable lifestyles and policies that will automatically reverse the damage done and prevent new assaults on the environment. Being neutral in politics and environment does not mean that the guru is indifferent or apathetic; as a non-attached person, he is open to embrace all possibilities and promotes universal love and harmony rather than get embroiled in environmental and political activism. Creating awareness is more up his street; by removing ignorance and making knowledge accessible, the guru enables people to get more clarity on various issues – both material and metaphysical – and hence the individual is able to make informed choices.
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