Generation connect-disconnect

Generation connect-disconnect

Read through to know how much Indian citizens are connected to its constitution?

    Even though, Indians follow various religious scriptures in accordance with their caste, creed, faith and religion, it can't be ruled out that we have a common scripture in existence, in the form of Indian Constitution for the last 64 years. However, the followers of this 'holy scripture' are seen very few, since many adhere to their religious scriptures over the former.
    "I feel that we are still connected to this historic day, when our Constitution came into being. I strongly believe that every Indian has to study the Indian Constitution, and abide by the well thought words for a disciplined and responsible citizen. I take my children to the R-Day functions to imbibe the value of this day among them," says 59-year-old Braj Sanke.
    However, for many, Republic Day is just another holiday, but for those, who have seen or heard of the hardship taken by our freedom fighters always respect this special day, and those, who don't respect suffer from being disconnected. Unfortunately, the younger generation consider this day a break from school or college curriculum.
    And the caretakers of the nation, who are many, do not seem to bother to learn and embrace the Constitution, and have a little knowledge even to preach about it to the citizens. Our young readers have expressed similar feelings about the great Constitution, which is confined in pages and hardly being practiced in day to day life.
    When the elders are more concerned of the fading connection with the Republic Day by the youngsters, the generations next are having gala time on R-Day with parties and fun games -- a virtual detachment from this unique day.
    For 12-year-old Rajan Kore, Republic Day means having a parade march and eating delicious snacks in school. When asked he said, "In school, teachers never explained to us about this day, but only tells us to come in a spotless attire to be part of the flag hoisting and parade. My parents explained me about this day on a few occasions, but I can't recall them now," says Rajan.
    To this, Sunil and Vidhya Poojari, teachers by profession said, "Every year, we participate in the flag hoisting ceremony in school as well as in our society to pay respect to our nation. Our kids also enjoy the day with different activities that are organised in the society. But unfortunately, today, the trend has changed. People prefer to go out in malls for shopping and dinners on 26th January, and don't come forward to ask about its significance. For them, it is a day less of patriotism and more of relaxation."
    "We were very excited to take part in R-Day programme, but unfortunately this is not the case with our children. We used to get-up early to decorate the whole school, participate in parade, and salute the tri-colour and freedom fighters. It was an emotional moment for us. We never missed to watch the national parade from Vijay Chowk to Red Fort on television. But today, for children, it's a holiday," says Ajit Gaikwad
    In contrast, today's children have a different feel towards this day. "Due to lack of awareness and proper education about the importance of our constitution, we play and pastime with friends and go out for shopping. Except for flag hoisting ceremony we have nothing relevant to learn about the day," said 14-year-old Sarah Poojari.