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When I heard the word freedom it would remain me the story of the birds. <\/p>
We all knew how birds give birth to their young ones. Unlike humans, they built a home for their young ones first. They gather sticks, grass, leaves, etc, with conscientious and build a shelter that provides a safe, warm, protected from bad weather. They lay eggs and give birth to their young ones. They protect them from predators, raise and teach them in incredibly different ways. Finally, giving them the freedom to fly upon their wings. They won\u2019t judge and restrict them where to fly.<\/p>
But we humans, we expect a lot for the sake of giving birth\u2026<\/p>
We build the walls of caste, creed, religion, status and want our young ones to live in those boundaries.<\/p>
We became selfish; we want our children to act upon what we say to maintain our so-called status in society, whether that could be the case of our children studying higher studies or getting married to the people we choose for them.<\/p>
Even many friends of mine are not interested in engineering at all and were interested in something else and were just studying to make their parents happy.<\/p>
In the race of winning egos and social status, we lost the freedom to live ourselves, foolishly still fighting for the minority reservations and freedom for the states.<\/p>
Our country in independent since 1947, but people's mindsets are still the same. We included the right to freedom in our constitution but haven\u2019t implemented them in our homes.<\/p>
Yeah we know restrictions are important. As kite needs to be tied down to fly, restrictions can sometimes be in order to experience freedom. But once the kite settled in the air, leave the thread and see up to where it could fly.<\/p>
One cannot spend their entire life living on someone else\u2019s terms and conditions. They have to be given the freedom to do what they love to do.<\/p>
Parents have to teach their children rules, regulations, moral ethics until they understand them. Once they learn they had to give them the freedom to fly and follow their passion.<\/p>
What\u2019s the point of being alive if you don\u2019t at least try to do what you wanted to do. Don\u2019t let someone snatch your freedom and live our life according to your will and wish.<\/p>"}]
Freedom, the first thing that comes to our mind when that word is spoken is usually freedom from what?\nMany of us don't realize the cost which was paid to gain the freedom we have today. Keyword being \u2018realize' not understand given that we reap the hard work of our freedom fighters that fought for us to get the freedom. We cannot read, hear and watch movies about how much they struggled to get us the freedom we have today but we cannot ever understand the hardships they went through to get that freedom.\nThere are six fundamental rights in India. They are Right to Equality, Right to Freedom, Right against Exploitation, Right to Freedom of Religion, Cultural and Educational Rights and Right to Constitutional Remedies.<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565723734650},{"id":1565724199344,"type":"img","data":"5d530e287682e"},{"data":"
Our generation is both lucky to have that freedom. Lucky because of all the perks we have today we get nearly everything handed on a silver platter.\u00a0\nIt's really hard to think that a few decades ago we didn't have any rights. But we do today and there are people even today who cannot get those rights due to either personal reasons or any helplessness. Some people fought for what was right but never demanding anything but the best for the country. It is the kind of people we need for the progress of our but unfortunately, there aren't many people like that today.\u00a0\nAt this point, we need to step forward and make the freedom we have worth it by doing everything in our power for the progress of our country.\u00a0<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565724186246}]
Freedom is not something which can be served on a golden platter, while you sit and enjoy. Freedom has to be achieved by working hard constantly and to make others believe in our self. Freedom had a different meaning for me at different stages of my life. Let's start from the time when I had gained enough knowledge about how to eat and walk, without being dependent on others. I would be around 4-5 years of age and at that time freedom meant to eat from different stocks of chocolate available at home, but being stopped because at that time I believed in the monsters who would take away my pearl white teeth's if I ate too much of candies. Next comes the freedom to select my bicycle from a various range of collection, but being said no to the one selected by me because it wasn't safe enough. Then why even give a choice if they disregard my opinions. By this time I have crossed my tenth board with a golden 10 on 10 CGPA. And it was time to select the stream for my further studies. Even after being the 10th batch topper, I was fed up with mathematics and wanted to do nothing with it anymore. But nope, what is the future without mathematics\", \"are you crazy??\", \"study without mathematics is like food without salt\" these were the few comments when I spoke my heart out concerning the choice of the stream. Finally, I got into the science stream and started the two most dreadful years of my life. I did have fun because I had the company of old batch mates. These years were the years of learning and I live my life with no regrets because I know whatever is happening, it is for a reason. After completing my 12th with 80% I was finally given the freedom to select the branch of my choice in engineering and I took electronics and communication because I felt it was pretty dope. The life of girl has different layers of shackles which bind her to ground, which doesn\u2019t let her fly, pursue her dreams. Freedom for me is to wear whatever I want, wherever I go and do something which I feel that I am good at. I understand that freedom comes along with duties and a set of rules which one should follow to lead a peaceful life, but these set of rules shouldn't stop one from going ahead. Freedom is not drinking in a bar, making out with strangers, for some people it can be but it is their choice and we are no one to question them because we don't know what challenges life had thrown them. Everyone in this world lives in their happy bubble for a while and we as an outsider have no right to burst it. Support them if they fall but do not stop themselves from flying. Until we fall we don't learn. So keep flying , keep falling and keep learning.\n<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565747775908},{"data":"
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For me , freedom always falls under the category where you do things that you love the most but by differentiating between good and bad.... Freedom can be the best and the most misguiding aspect in our lives <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565719390990},{"id":1565720062638,"type":"img","data":"5d52fbe5aa3f4"},{"data":"
People with freedom unceasingly misuse it... If freedom is demolished from rules and regulations then it certainly is a wrong idea of the concept of freedom... People mismanage the perks of freedom because of their recklessness until they are put in place.... <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565720038150},{"id":1565720475709,"type":"img","data":"5d52fd8300e51"},{"data":"
Freedom doesnt mean escaping.... Contrary to the escapism idea it means that one should know their responsibility and purpose and make things accordingly ... And yet again it doesn't mean shove the things into your pocket that don't spike your interest.... It just means live the way you love tinted with responsibilities... <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565720466698},{"id":1565752783088,"type":"img","data":"5d537bb6b8f78"},{"data":"
Freedom is not breaking rules it's about making your life more beautiful <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565752768581}]
Freedom generally means different things to different people. There isn't a way yet in which we can put something as vast as the topic of freedom into one single sentence- to define it. Well, freedom to me means to be able to 'choose' mindfully.<\/p>
There are instances when people associate the flight of a bird from its cage to be an accurate depiction of freedom regardless of the sense of talk that we try binding 'freedom' into. This fits my bill as well! The thought of being able to 'choose' stimulates a feeling of flying out free, in me.<\/p>
The word freedom for me encapsulates the need to enable my mind and my body to function solely based upon my 'choices' as long as they do not hurt\/harm anybody around me. I believe that most of the situations that we end up facing in life are the consequences of the 'choices' that we make- right from the pairs of socks that shape our look to the government that rules us (or the one that we think we rule under the name of 'democracy'). <\/p>
I would want to elaborate about how choices work in our life, by just taking basic examples out of our fundamental rights.<\/p>
Primarily speaking, freedom of speech and expression is one of the major concerns when talking about being able to 'choose.' We can 'choose' to express our voices about any event that takes place regardless of whether or not it affects us directly. If we do not want to express, there's no question that would arise in the first place. However, this comes with its own set of obligations which make the whole concept tricky and they, are a story for another day. <\/p>
We can 'choose' what to study based of on our field of interest, we can 'choose' to practice any profession that would suit our skill-set. Since our field of interest shapes our being- I believe that it's mandatory to have the freedom to choose what reaps our skills best. We can never shine through if we are denied something as basic as this. <\/p>
Of what I comprehend from our fundamental rights that talk of freedom, they guarantee us- the right to exercise our 'choices' as long as we do not end up harming another person\/entity. They allow us to associate or dissociate with groups\/people based on our will, we can choose to have peaceful assemblies, we can trot across the country and choose to reside wherever we desire. There's right to freedom of religion, a part of which, allows us to preach, practice or propagate any religion that we 'choose.' <\/p>
From most of what I've studied about 'freedom' in my Civics textbooks back in schooling, my mind zeroes down on this concept as the 'allowance to choose with thorough mindfulness and fearlessness.'<\/p>
Ranging from something as minor as being able to choose what we eat (without being lynched); till other major 'choices' in life such as being able to choose our political preferences (without the fear of tags), are also etched in my head as a part of 'freedom.'<\/p>
This Independence Day, find what makes you feel free and promise yourself to 'choose' to be free.<\/p>"}]
We all need freedom and also want freedom to achieve our goals. Yes, freedom is necessary and also we expect more freedom to achieve our goals. \n\nWhat are these goals?? These goals of our life can be long term or short term goals differing from person's to person's mind. But knowingly or unknowingly there is something ultimate in our life. What is the ultimate in our life?? The ultimate of our lives is being happy or content. Happiness could be by achieving some goal or wish. \n\nIn my life.... I fight for freedom to always keep my mind united with my soul. That is... not letting the mind to be under control of false ego, anger and other negative aspects when it is trying to achieve something for happiness .\n\nOur soul is always observing activities performed by us and giving us feedback, whether we are doing a right thing or a wrong thing. And when our mind is listening to soul's judgement it has to think for a right way to achieve it's happiness\n\nIf everyone fights for this kind of freedom and if the mind is in control of soul.... there is no need of external fight for freedom as much as possible. Because, there is no chance to disturb others in order to achieve their own happiness. \n\nIndia can once again be prosperous as 'Rama Rajyam' which is a wish of our freedom fighter 'Gandhiji'\n\nThankyou. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565757481740}]
What is freedom? Have you ever just taken a moment of your day to stop and really think about the meaning of this word? I believe that this word means more than words printed on paper. We are all living in a free country but just knowing the facts doesn't mean we are fully equipped with the concept of freedom. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565703675479},{"data":"
I believe that freedom has different meaning to each individual. Freedom could an idea, or it could be something greater that cannot be put into words. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565703998540},{"id":1565704128586,"type":"img","data":"5d52bfc060ba7"},{"data":"
I believe, freedom allows me to make my own decisions and experience failure during that time. Freedom allows me to imagine beyond four walls without any boundaries, it allows me to think freely without any inhibitions and constraints. Freedom allows me to be free from any worries or problems that I have. It frees everybody from things that are chaining us down in life. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565704118077},{"data":"
It gives everybody a chance to start over their life again in a new way. We all have a way and feeling of how we want to approach our lives. And, in order for us to go about doing that, we have to focus on surrendering more and controlling less. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565704377192},{"data":"
I believe, that freedom is a choice. Freedom can be welcomed into our lives when we love, accept and respect everybody in our lives. We cannot give what we do not have. Freedom is really important to me because, once we give ourselves permission to be free, we are able to open up out hearts and accept what reality is. It is about accepting what is really important in life and embracing every moment that happens. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565704571867},{"data":"
#MyFreedom<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565705006434}]
Freedom is when you are no more under the control of someone. But when you are not under the spell of someone, you should be able to govern yourself. So, freedom according to me is a responsibility. <\/p>
The great leaders of our nation have put their blood, sweat and tears in making what it is today. Each night they dreamt of an Independent India and every morning they rose with the hope of seeing its people happy. And they have finally muscled it. But they didn't rest there, they have taken a bigger challenge and framed the Constitution of India which gives every individual the freedom they wish for. <\/p>
Freedom is challenging. In a society, freedom of everyone is interlinked. If one person misuses her\/his freedom, it affects the freedom of an innocent. This is how social chaos is created. So it is very important to judiciously use the freedom. Thus, when we demand for freedom we should be prepared to shoulder some responsibility.<\/p>
Also, absolute freedom is not healthy. Only when we have an speed breaker ahead, we slowdown. Imagine a world where we are allowed to do whatever we want. How would we develop ourselves in such a world? Minimum restraints and hindrances from the society make us grow as an individual.<\/p>
The way we use freedom builds the trust of people around. Thus, freedom according to me is not an individual affair but a civil responsibility which shapes an individual. <\/p>"}]
On the occasion of National Librarian's Day 2019, Birth Anniversary of Padmashree \nS. R. Ranganathan (father of Library Science) planted Jumbo Jasmine at Rose Garden along with my friend Srinivas<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1565695954602},{"id":1565696163780,"type":"img","data":"5d52a0a3dcd06"}]
Many have asked me how I have gone from being an Engineering graduate to the author of two novels and managed to climb the bestseller list.<\/p>
Let me try to explain, but as Steve Jobs said,\u201cYou can only connect the dots looking backwards.\u201d <\/p>
Have you ever stared deep into the depths of a computer screen filled with your own code and thought?<\/p>
\u201cHey you know what? I should write a novel!\u201d<\/b><\/p>
What? You didn't? Am I the only one? Anyway, let us start back at the beginning. Way back.<\/p> "},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565689371192","data":"
There is something about Indian children. They are such adorable little BLACK HOLES OF STORIES. The stories are never enough, are they? Every night the parents are burdened with the creative responsibility of telling a new story. Well, I was the same. The only difference is that my parents were also burdened with the creative responsibility of listening to my stories.<\/p>
Yes, I was a storyteller. <\/p>
But then, schooling happened and I got the storytelling kicked out of my system pretty soon. But my love for stories and all things fiction prevailed.So I grew up on a regular diet of comic books and cartoons and I always had this idea of epic tales of mythology and mystery, fantasy and science fiction blossoming in the world around us. Tales set in the world of India. I was already blogging and drawing during my B.Tech days, but the constant barrage of internals, externals and placements constricted my writing to just being a hobby. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565689371193","data":"
As I read more and more and consumed more media, stellar movies, anime, TV shows, my mind was blown. So many themes. So many layers. Such well-developed characters. The entire experience of mystery and enigma. It changed the way I saw storytelling forever. And when I was finished, I had this irresistible urge to create something to match the craft and scope of all these.<\/p>
For the first time, I felt like I should write something like this. Like most B.Tech graduates, I was working for a software firm for more than 2 years by this time. One night I was reading about the Hindu pantheon, Vajra and Indra, and that night I woke up suddenly in the middle of the night and was hit with this sudden glorious revelation. I should create a re-interpretation of the Thunder God Indra in a modern setting coupled with a hunt for his weapon! I felt Indra was grossly misinterpreted and awfully downplayed when it came to Hindu Gods. The next day I was sitting in my office working on a piece of code and then the thought hit me. \u201cWhy don\u2019t I actually go ahead and write this novel?\u201d <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565689371194","data":"
So that\u2019s how it began. I wrote my first paragraph then and there on my computer. Never looked back since. I read some great works too during that time. Graphic novels, Sci-fi, Fantasy and Manga had profound impact on my novel. Working late nights for four months after returning from day job, I finally had the first draft of my first novel in my hands. <\/p>
So my love for stories and comics came together with the storytelling methods of great pieces of art in the visual medium and experimental narration by many legendary writers.<\/b><\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565689371195","data":"
So that\u2019s how Vajra<\/b> finally came into being and that\u2019s how I became an author.<\/p>
After successfully publishing my first book, I started working on a trilogy in which I wanted to explore the mythological element of Kali, Kalki and the Kaliyuga, but also fuse it with a Mad-Max-esque post-apocalyptic world filled with radiation, monsters, dictators, factions and colourful characters, and through all this explore humanity\u2019s relation with power, religion, corruption, life, death, faith and reason.<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565689371196","data":"
First part of this series is called Sinners: The Dawn of Kalki. With the help of my agent Suhail Mathur at the Book Bakers and my publisher PepperScript I was able to get this published quickly and it has become a great success to my pleasure.<\/p>
I am currently working on the sequel which will be out soon. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565689371197","data":"
For all those who are currently studying and are still interested in alternate career paths like art, writing, music or any other creative field, my suggestion would be to never, and I mean never, compromise on your content. Go all the way. Write what you want to. Say what you want to say. Do not mince words. Draw, sing, dance and create without fear. <\/p>
Don\u2019t be a sell-out. Create for yourself.<\/p>
It will be hard work. But it will be satisfying. When you see your first copy, when you get your first review, when you see your novels being loved by people, when it\u2019s changing their lives, when people message you saying that your novel has inspired them to write - that feeling you get, that glorious moment - I would go through all these hardships, all this doubt, all this pain forever and more, again and again for these moments. <\/p>
Do not ever give up and one day it will all be worth it.<\/p>
Listen to your heart.<\/p>
Naveen Durgaraju is an Engineering and MBA graduate from Hyderabad. He is a Software Consultant by day and an author and artist by night. He has authored two books \u2013 Vajra<\/a> and Sinners: The Dawn of Kalki<\/a>. His next book in the Sinners series is currently in works.<\/p>"}]
As a child, I read about freedom in the books that taught civics at school. As I grew up I explored this broad term and learned that it wasn\u2019t it. The first time I experienced strong words that described both freedom and oppression at the same time was when I listened to the speech, I have a dream by Dr.Martin Luther King. Since then the objectives, scopes, and challenges of freedom have changed but the very definition remains the same. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565667258784","data":"
As a student who just turned 18 and is optimistic about the changes that our country and mankind need, I see a lot of what we see collectively and also a lot that nobody wants to care about. Right to speech was one of the biggest revolutions that our generation experienced. Power of words has helped the growth of our country not once. Not twice but every single time. When I widen my vision, I understand that these words have driven the history of every single change that has impacted our society. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565667258785","data":"
But can this freedom of speech sustain actual freedom? No. The freedom of authorized action is the need of this hour. Humanity is marching towards its most advanced existence that demands more than just political chaos and results. Remember studying that we as citizens should ensure the safety of our freedom but not at the cost the freedom of others that live in the same society? The greed that fears humanity has pushed us beyond this. We currently are governed by leaders who have had a criminal background or do not support democracy. For goodness sake, our Prime Minister has never attended an open media conference due to several questions that he might not be able to answer. Maybe it is the 2002 riots or maybe it is the current dominance that he was able to attain even after including religiously biased leaders in his party. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565667258786","data":"
Aren\u2019t we exploiting the freedom that our constitution defines? Aren\u2019t we putting the freedom of coming generations in danger? So does freedom of speech seem enough anymore? I hope not. For me, freedom doesn\u2019t limit to myself or my country. It goes limitless for the existence of those who don\u2019t even exist yet. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565667258787","data":"
Innumerable challenges still exist. Discrimination based on 100 grounds, abuse against women, oppression of talent, violation of whatnot. For me, freedom lies beyond this insecure and threatened society. The freedom of being able to stand against all of this defines freedom for me. Right to act defines freedom for me. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1565667258788","data":"
So, are we there yet? If not, how long will it take us to attain true freedom? According to an unofficial survey, it will take us 108 years to breathe in a society that has zero gender discrimination. I hope this wakes up everyone and makes you at least think of changing yourself because it all begins from us. This Independence Day I want to wish every citizen who has been a victim or has prevented a false event. This Independence Day even I have a dream, a dream that demands minimum political invasion and maximum preservation of what the people long for. <\/p>"}]
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