Do Not Blame- Fault is yours
By Z. G. Muhammad
ur younger generation is not ' handcuffed to its history ', not
Otethered to roots and not wedded to traditions. It is oblivious to its culture and heritage. From pulpit to podium, it is most common social and political rhetoric.
True, strong traditions and deep cultural moorings help in preserving identities and nurturing patriotism in nations howsoever tiny they may be. Culture as well said by Edward Said,“ is a sort of theatre where various political and ideological causes engage one another … culture can even be a battleground on which causes exposes themselves to the light of the day.” Naming some important countries like USA he points out how students in these ' countries are taught to read their national classics before they read others are expected to appreciate and belong loyally … to their nations and traditions...'
Sometime back, a Srinagar based
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