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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat clarified that Hindu Rashtra is about justice for all rather than political power. He emphasized India's 40,000-year cultural continuity with unchanged DNA across Akhand Bharat. Bhagwat explained that the RSS was founded to organize the Hindu community into responsible citizens. The organization's mission remains making Bharat Vishwaguru to contribute to global harmony.

Key Points: Mohan Bhagwat Defines Hindu Rashtra as Justice Not Power

  • Hindu Rashtra concept distinct from political power or governance
  • Bhagwat traces 40,000 years of unchanged Bharatiya DNA
  • RSS founded to organize entire Hindu community responsibly
  • Mission is making Bharat Vishwaguru for global harmony
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'Hindu Rashtra has nothing to do with power, it means justice for all': Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief clarifies Hindu Rashtra means justice for all without discrimination, not political power, in centenary address tracing 40,000 years of cultural continuity.

"Hindu Rashtra has nothing to do with who is in power - it means justice for all, without discrimination - Mohan Bhagwat"

New Delhi, Aug 26

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday addressed the centenary lecture series “100 Years of Sangh’s Journey: New Horizons” at Vigyan Bhavan, marking the organisation’s 100th year.

Bhagwat underlined that the concept of Hindu Rashtra should not be conflated with political power or governance.

“When we talk about Hindu Rashtra, questions arise. In English, we translate Rashtra as ‘nation,’ which is a Western idea that adds ‘state’ to it. Our Rashtra has existed for thousands of years, irrespective of who ruled. Hindu Rashtra has nothing to do with who is in power - it means justice for all, without discrimination,” he said.

Tracing cultural continuity, Bhagwat asserted, “For 40,000 years, the DNA of Bharat - of people living in Akhand Bharat - has remained the same. Hindavi, Bharatiya, Sanatan - these are synonymous terms, not merely geographical but civilisational.”

He recounted how RSS founder Dr. K.B. Hedgewar conceptualised the organisation much before 1925. “Doctor Sahab envisioned an organisation for the entire Hindu community. Anyone who identifies as Hindu must also be a responsible citizen of the country. This responsibility comes from our timeless identity,” Bhagwat added.

Rejecting accusations of opportunism, he said, “The Sangh has never stretched its hand into anyone’s wealth. It has remained self-reliant. Even when opposed, the Sangh never reacted in hostility.”

Bhagwat also spoke of India’s global role: “The essence of the RSS lies in the last line of our prarthana - Bharat Mata ki Jai. Our mission is to make Bharat number one in the world, not for selfish reasons, but to contribute to global harmony. Swami Vivekananda said every nation has a mission; Bharat’s mission is to become Vishwaguru.”

Reiterating that unity does not mean uniformity, he said, “Our culture teaches us to live together in harmony. The Sangh exists to organise and connect every section of Bharat.”

- IANS

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Priya S
The concept of justice for all sounds good in theory, but I hope this translates to equal treatment for all communities in practice. Actions speak louder than words.
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Rohit P
ॐ! Our ancient civilization has so much to offer the world. The vision of Bharat as Vishwaguru is inspiring. Let's focus on our cultural strengths rather than western definitions of nationhood.
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Sarah B
As someone from outside India, I find this perspective fascinating. The idea of a civilizational state rather than just a political one is something unique to Indian thought.
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Vikram M
The DNA continuity point is scientifically questionable, but the cultural continuity is undeniable. Our traditions have survived invasions, colonialism, and modernization. That's our real strength.
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Nikhil C
Unity in diversity has always been India's mantra. If Hindu Rashtra truly means justice for all without discrimination, then it aligns with our constitutional values. Hope this vision is implemented inclusively.

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