The ignorance on subject of discussion is not only with the journalists, but, very unfortunately, with more than 70% of parlamentarians. I have seen an empty parliament when there are discussions on serious subjects like Patent law and such ones. A few were just sitting and warming the bench and some in saffron dress were chanting mantras! Fate of Indian democracy...
Re: Not only Journalists...
by Vidisha on Apr 29, 2009 11:41 AM Permalink
Yeah saffronites are the only trouble-makers. Xians dont really bother about religion much, right?
Re: Re: Not only Journalists...
by Jiju John on Apr 29, 2009 11:46 AM Permalink
There are fanatics in every group... every religion... every school of thought.... None of them are my role models...
Re: Re: Re: Not only Journalists...
by Vidisha on Apr 29, 2009 11:55 AM Permalink
Even I dont like saffron clothes and big red tilaks on politicians. But I equally hate associating all religious fanaticism with saffronites only.
Re: Not only Journalists...
by sandeep deshpande on Apr 29, 2009 11:29 AM Permalink
What the mullashs and padris ( If there were any)doing kindly share more
Re: Re: Not only Journalists...
by Jiju John on Apr 29, 2009 11:34 AM Permalink
I presented some genuine concerns in our system. Not to have any communal thoughts. Absolutely not... But we do not need swamis or mullas or padris in Indian parliament. Parliament itself is holy place for democracy and good political leaders are the poojaris. Religion, religious opinion and fanatism should stay with ones on mind and do not mix it up with politics.
Re: Re: Re: Not only Journalists...
by sandeep deshpande on Apr 29, 2009 11:37 AM Permalink
i like your second piece. its only 15-20 mps who run the circus of democracy in india. others are really clowns.
Re: Re: Re: Re: Not only Journalists...
by Jiju John on Apr 29, 2009 11:43 AM Permalink
Let me put 100 to 150. MPs should be specialized in their knowledge. Some of them should have in-depth knowledge in science, some in economics, law, social aspects... all should form a team. Remember, a good ruling party and a lively opposition party constitues a vibrant democracy.
