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India – Jan Lokpal Bill (Anti-Corruption Law)
August 20, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
The standoff between civil society leader Shri Anna Hazare and Central government through State police concluded with the agreement on peaceful and non-violent assembly at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi.
Civil Society leader Shri Anna Hazare and team are expected to continue their peaceful rally on Ramlila ground, New Delhi.
Shri Anna Hazare has decided to fast during the 14 days public gathering allowed by law enforcement authority.
The overwhelming national response from all walks of life is indicative of the urgency to legislate Jan Lokpal bill liberating Indian society from systemic corruption.
Indian citizens have demonstrated extraordinary patriotism and unity towards the common goal for corruption affects the entire population promoting criminality among those at the epicenter.
With bribery and tax evasions rampant alongside kickbacks received from lucrative deals and contracts in both private and public sector,
The national treasury is drained leaving the middle class, lower income and the poor – the worst victims of the epidemic.
Society’s upper class exchange favors given the massive disclosed and undisclosed income from different sources not to mention ties with the political class and corporate dealings facilitating bribery as the standard business practice across the spectrum.
Furthermore bribery is also money laundering as the wealthy and business ventures convert black money into white through bribes.
Therefore Jan Lokpal bill would be more effective deterring the art of giving and receiving bribes in any manner i.e. cash or kind.
Political elections are well known for bribing voters with cash and other incentives basically buying votes with illegal means and counterfeit money supply as found in recent Tamil Nadu polls.
Such blatant abuse of power by the ruling and opposition political factions void democracy and must be addressed in the Jan Lokpal bill curbing anti-democratic strategies by political contenders in the state and national elections.
It is important for election committee to be A-political in order to act decisively against all political parties’ undemocratic methods adopted to win elections and debar candidates as well as parties in violation of democratic rules.
Corruption begins from the top bottom considering the political clout emboldens the lawmakers to be the lawbreakers trickling down to the basic service provider.
Civil Society momentum should be wisely used not only to fight against corruption but also two other ingrained social carcinogens – nepotism and cronyism that deprives nation from being represented on merit, commitment and integrity besides eliminating opportunity for the marginalized demography.
Youth movement is highly energized and rightfully so for they are the leaders in succession forced to bear the burden of the status quo.
The country with tremendous potential, innovative talent and intellectual ability is constricted in outperformance on the international domain largely due to prevalent corruption, nepotism and cronyism widespread in the system.
Political field in India is dominant with the affluent and celebrities from the entertainment industry seeking symbolic status to maintain prominence while the remaining majority suppresses their political ambitions due to open corruption culture demanding huge compromise on ethics.
With money power playing significant role in politics worldwide, the average citizen is bereft of genuine representation on issues concerning their daily struggle for existence.
The hesitation to discuss and approve Jan Lokpal bill in Parliament is the acknowledgment of politics preventing accountability despite national image tarnished by erupting scandals at state and national level hindering economic progress in the cross-sections of the society.
India’s GDP growth at 8.8% largely benefits the rich with over 80% of population barely sharing the prosperity evident in the glaring economic reality prompting overwhelming support for Shri Anna Hazare’s call to eradicate corruption.
Hoarding money in Swiss bank accounts apart from several unlawful involvements against national interest is not the reason for electing officials in a democracy.
It is poignant to highlight that Parliament members would not be able to execute their power without the electorate electing them to office.
Legislation is carried out in Parliament.
However, ignoring republic will on core national issue viz. corruption having crippled billion lives is a testimony to morality and ethics ominously abstained in politics.
Otherwise Jan Lokpal bill would have been passed honoring citizens’ quest for a corrupt free society.
The elitists’ hypocritical remarks against true patriot Shri Anna Hazare is yet another example of the expanding gulf between the privileged and disenfranchised in the growing socio-economic disparity.
As for the claim that Parliamentarians know better than people and civil society leadership – confirms supremacy reminiscent of pre-Independence India.
If Parliamentary power were so diligent then it would have reflected in the infra structure, improvement in the millions of lives living in abject poverty and led the world in environmental goals.
Furthermore it is asserted that Shri Anna Hazare followers are ignorant of the Jan Lokpal bill and simply contributing to extreme optimism without proper knowledge or understanding.
Again this misconception about the mass movement constituting statistics rather than comprehending substance is snobbery – the remnant of British Raj resurfacing for political gains denying freedom from corruption.
University students, Professionals and media familiar with Jan Lokpal bill content and the distinction from Government bill could undertake the task in explaining to civil society in layman terms for their information.
Then people could intensify pressure on the Government to pass the bill with no more procrastination.
Shri Anna Hazare is into 5th day of his fasting and Government’s reluctance through delay tactics signify the real intention to block Jan Lokpal bill at the detriment of civil society leader’s health creating unnecessary tension in the country.
Government Lokpal bill apart from many conflicting thoughts and preventions essentially provide impunity to political figures and judiciary with a buffer zone from corruption.
Shri Anna Haxare team request for CBI’s (Central Bureau of Investigation) anti-corruption wing to function as independent investigation unit requires massive public drive due to government reservations on Jan Lokpal legislation.
The clock is ticking for the Government and debates on avoiding instead of accepting the robust Jan Lokpal bill is a political maneuver having direct impact on the critical situation of Shri Anna Hazare’s indefinite fasting,
Not withstanding the ultimate political disaster awaiting the nay Sayers in the next elections.
Civil society must not give up their support to the extraordinary pledge by Shri Anna Hazare and team against corruption.
Please continue the peaceful and non-violent march until Jan Lokpal bill becomes the law of the land releasing the nation from the shackles of corruption, nepotism and cronyism.
It is crucial to step up citizens’ demand in expediting Jan Lokpal legislation and end Shri Anna Hazare’s fast.
Is there any honorable Parliament member willing to sacrifice their health for national cause?
Fasting for days to succeed in national mission benefitting all is Shri Anna Hazare’s exemplary dedication to the nation the leader has served throughout his life.
The nation salutes leaders like Shri Anna Hazare for the guidance to the powerful and powerless on righteous path by adhering to Gandhian principles in non-violent civil disobedience.
Mahatma Gandhi founded Congress Party and all other political factions are urged to pass the popular Jan Lokpal bill and peacefully resolve the ongoing people vs. government dispute.
Shri Anna Hazare terminating fast upon successful legislation is now dependent on the government and the opposition in both houses of Parliament.
Good Luck! To civil society, Shri Anna Hazare and team in the victory on anti-corruption law to recover and retain national wealth. It would be the cornerstone for people power in restoring democratic rule.
Jai Hind!
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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India – People Power Prevails in Democracy
August 16, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
Indian government honorable decision to release the civil society leader Shri Anna Hazare and the team including many citizens arrested prior to peaceful assembly is welcome and deeply appreciated.
Prime Minister Man Mohan Singh, cabinet ministers, leaders in political opposition, Delhi police and others involved are further requested to expedite the process with written assurance on constitution guaranteed individual rights to remain intact not barring peaceful and non-violent event.
Considering government procrastination and unsuccessful negotiations between civil society and the government appointed committee on Lokpal bill,
Shri Anna Hazare could perhaps be seeking the authority’s non-intervention with the scheduled fasting in New Delhi.
However, the incumbent administration could deal with the issue by setting a date within this week to discuss and decide on the Lokpal bill followed by legislation in the monsoon session.
Since the ruling power must organize through the Lokpal committee for presentation in Parliament, all party cooperation is essential to pass the bill.
Any delay from political class regardless of incumbency would decelerate legislation causing public anger and frustration leading to law and order crisis.
It is in citizens’ and national interest to move forward with a genuine commitment from various political factions to eradicate corruption across the spectrum.
Failure to meet obligations on Lokpal bill would revive the civil society movement in an unprecedented scale enabling people power to succeed in the national mission by rejecting obstructive sources in 2014 elections.
Given the national fervor on widespread corruption, it would be a tremendous political cost for lack of co-operation in the anticipated robust anti-corruption law.
Shri Anna Hazare and esteemed members in the team are requested to return to negotiation for a meaningful and solid Lokpal bill addressing the corruption and tax evasion culture in the society.
The government and political leaderships in Parliament bear equal responsibility in passing the historic legislation for the present and future generation.
Government attempts to quell dissent or disintegrate civil society gathering with overwhelming security personnel would be deviation from democratic system.
Lokpal and Lokyukta structures are paramount to regain national wealth for domestic investments.
Citizens must seriously engage in forming the Lokpal political party at the center and Lokyukta in the state to serve the people in the country.
This would pose an imminent challenge for existing political parties to consider reform within and outside their domain.
Congratulations! To all citizens in India and overseas for the unity in strengthening democracy with people power.
Shri Anna Hazare and respectable members in the team demonstrated resolve despite extreme circumstances upon them.
The struggle must continue until the loopholes free satisfactory Lokpal bill becomes the law of the land.
Good Luck! To all on Lokpal bill and Lokpal political party to restore Loktantra (republic rule) in the society.
Jai Hind!
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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India – Democracy under Siege
August 16, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
Ironically, following India’s Independence Day commemoration on August 15, 2011,
Anti-Corruption – Indian citizens’ backed Lokpal bill is threatened with the political class’ undemocratic action in prohibiting civil society leader Shri Anna Hazare and team members from peaceful assembly.
It is a direct violation of constitutional right invalidating republic rule with the civil society representatives’ arrests marking a sad day for the world’s largest democracy.
Non-violent civil disobedience pioneer Mahatma Gandhi founded Congress Party is compromised in the clash between politics and ethics.
Now the major political party aggressive intervention is implicative of oppressive governance denying civil rights guaranteed to every citizen in a democratic society.
Prime Minister Man Mohan Singh is requested to honor the democratic principles and recognize the individual rights to freedom of expression without any further suppression.
Shri Anna Hazare and team along with Lokpal bill supporters are pledged to non-violence and peaceful gathering.
Jan Lokpal or civil society participation in national issue is not an imminent danger to national security as claimed by the government.
Prior to the scheduled fasting, reportedly the government detained Shri Anna Hazare and team moving them to undisclosed location.
Such action does not reflect democratic course and proactive measures confirming government crackdown is deeply disappointing not to mention the hard line approach to quell dissent.
The ruling authority is urged to respect constitutional law by immediately releasing Shri Anna Hazare and others held in custody.
As taxpayers. Indian electorate grievances on the crippling corruption overwhelmed with tax evasion at every level is legitimate and deserves national attention.
Obstructing Lokpal bill reveals the government efforts to thwart anticipated progress provoking unwanted public anger and frustration detrimental to national law and order.
The government bears responsibility to restore fundamental values and exercise democratic means rather than replicating past erroneous decisions endangering the core civil right viz. national rally behind monumental Lokpal bill.
Indian leadership is taken to task in maintaining national image causing no harm to the people across the spectrum for that would exemplify Congress party commitment to the government of the people, by the people and for the people.
Meanwhile citizens around the country are encouraged to remain peaceful and non-violent in their support to Lokpal bill aimed at corruption eradication.
Shri Anna Hazare and esteemed members involved in national rescue from debilitating corruption due to eroding morality ought to be commended for their crusade and not apprehended by the political power.
Congress government credibility is at stake with the unlawful and unconstitutional response towards civil society.
Congress party loyalists defending the arrests of Shri Anna Hazare and other peaceful participants clarify hierarchic appeasement creating the opportunity for the inevitable Lokpal bill,
Notwithstanding the formation of Lokpal party as the formidable challenger to the political establishment conspicuously departed from Gandhian Congress that ended foreign rule in India.
With the world watching Indian democracy under siege, the people power could no longer be bystanders and it is time to mobilize the nation in recovering lost sovereignty.
India is at the crossroads to lead others in the battle against corruption and Indian democracy through peace and non-violence must rise to the occasion once again to save the nation from the growing epidemic.
As for the government, reconciliation and not retaliation is beneficial to sustain peace and stability.
It is indeed a critical hour and politics has no place in national drive to sanitize the contaminated environment.
Democracy prevails when power remains with the electorate and the elected officials submit to transparency and accountability.
Any political system in defiance of meaningful checks and balances is anything but constitution-governed democracy.
Lokpal party in the national and Lokyukta at the state governance is the future for India.
Jai Bharat!
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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August 13, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
The past week was tumultuous for the two most influential western powers – the United States and the United Kingdom.
While the United States experienced stock market volatility following the U.S. credit rate downgrading by S&P 500,
Across the Atlantic, the United Kingdom had to deal with economic adversity driven citizen riots that led to London and other cities burning reportedly claiming at least 3 lives during the week–long unrest witnessed by the world.
Although, approximately 1900 rioters are believed arrested for prosecution and some already sentenced to jail in the aftermath of looting, rioting and inflicting damages to the community,
The politics in Britain is yet to find solution for the problems that triggered such outrage and anarchy in the society with history on imperialistic rule around the globe until the 20th century.
Whenever substantial demography reach rock bottom, the simmering frustration from economic deprivation and social injustice surface as the lightening rod much to the governing authority’s bewilderment.
Citizens on the loose rampaged the streets and neighborhoods in an attempt to convey their political message without consideration for serious ramifications upon them and the people at the receiving end.
Civil disobedience is effective only through non-violent means guaranteed to attract local and international attention on political oppression, economic disparity or social inequality and last but not the least ethical decay.
Violence resulting in innocent deaths and financial losses undermine the underlying facts in inner city and outskirts with economic victims turning into unruly protesters spreading misery all around exacerbating the social plight.
Government austerity plan is predominantly held responsible for the majority suffering since students from low-income groups find difficulty attending university in the wake of state grants and assistance withdrawal.
Additionally, those with college education are facing severe job cuts and unable to get employed unless the individual has society’s influential members’ recommendation for the job they are applying in both private and public sector.
The regular selection method on merit basis evaluating performance and aptitude is no longer prevalent,
Not to mention the marginalized segments pushed below the poverty line and opportunity for them remaining a far-fetched dream in the industrialized and developing nations.
Otherwise the inept, corrupt and greed characteristics overwhelmingly prevail in the respective domain.
If these realities are not conspicuous to the political class and the society’s elite focused on disproportionate personal wealth acquisition,
The governance is merely symbolic in the failure to address basic needs of the people they were elected to serve in public office.
It is a common syndrome in the contemporary political systems engaged in creating rather than resolving crisis.
Dysfunctional apparatus with misplaced priorities is the source for social disorder.
Structural overhaul promoting moral and ethics premised on transparency and accountability would definitively offer relief to the deteriorating economic and political conditions in the society.
Warfare commitments overriding social requirements and nation building is another unpopular political decision contributing to rising debt and deficit status.
Domestic investments to improve the living standards of the people through jobs, education, health care, clean and safe environment would yield productivity under fair practices making citizens proud of their contribution to national progress.
Political leaderships demonstrating courage and integrity in the legislative process for collective gains instead of selective interests would be a refreshing start in the review and reform actions.
The disgruntled and disenfranchised citizens in the United Kingdom are urged to disavow hostile behavior and submit their grievances to the government in a peaceful and democratic manner.
Racial tensions provoking social disturbance is not the answer to economic woes for many share the burden to a certain extent with major responsibility on government and business leaders to work together for economic recovery.
Evidently the have-nots are not the only dissatisfied groups on the status quo, others too have their opinion in the crumbling morality of human nature particularly in the political and elitist circle.
Comment from UK. Daily Telegraph News Reporter on London riots:
“Peter Oborne argues that the moral decay is not just happening in the most deprived parts of our country:
David Cameron, Ed Miliband and the entire British political class came together yesterday to denounce the rioters. They were of course right to say that the actions of these looters, arsonists and muggers were abhorrent and criminal, and that the police should be given more support.
But there was also something very phony and hypocritical about all the shock and outrage expressed in parliament. MPs spoke about the week’s dreadful events as if they were nothing to do with them.
I cannot accept that this is the case.
Indeed, I believe that the criminality in our streets cannot be dissociated from the moral disintegration in the highest ranks of modern British society.
The last two decades have seen a terrifying decline in standards among the British governing elite.
It has become acceptable for our politicians to lie and to cheat.
An almost universal culture of selfishness and greed has grown up.”
Good Luck! To U.K. leaderships and residents in coming together as a nation in bridging the gap between the privileged and impoverished alongside improving human qualities through empathy – the fundamental element for unity in the society.
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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August 7, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
The common element in political uprising is government crackdown to suppress pro-democracy movement in the country.
Iran, Tunisia, Egypt, Bahrain, Libya, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Syria – the government response to citizens request for political transformation from theocracy, dynasty and autocratic rule to republic governance is using arms and ammunition against unarmed civilians they pledge to serve despite public opposition to decades of oppression.
The regimes promise for political reform while maintaining undemocratic policy to quell dissent is the irony revealing true colors and status quo continuation in the future.
Their refusal to step down denying citizens the opportunity for a democratic system under republic rule does not represent the change people desire in the region.
Syrian leadership like Libya, Yemen, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain… resorting to civilian killings through security personnel clashes with demonstrators discredit the authority and their ability to govern in public and national interest.
Army troops assaults in eastern city Deir el-Zour and Houleh in Homs province today resulting in 24 residents deaths calls for immediate cease fire and forces withdrawal from the civilian zone.
Whenever state sponsored atrocity against own people is carried out in utter disregard for life and national or international law on human rights to freedom of expression,
The international community bears the burden to counteract with effective measures directly affecting the regimes personal financial status, travel privileges and political stature in condemnation of humanitarian crimes.
Upholding non-violent strategy, the global society consistent outreach to persecuted population with essential humanitarian needs and concurrently applying pressure through United Nations, Arab league, G20 arms embargo on the Syrian government and alike to leave office rather than military intervention or weapons supply to opposing factions would be significant in saving lives deterring persistent attacks on innocent residents.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad authorizing violence to stay in power is synonymous to Iran, Libya, Egypt, Tunisia, Yemen, Bahrain, Jordan and Saudi Arabia…leaderships’ desperate actions provoking anti-regime sentiments evolving into civil disobedience ultimately resulting in prolonged confrontation between government and national movement.
President Assad’s resignation and the administration relinquishing power from office is the only peaceful resolution to political crisis in Syria.
People never approve governments’ aggression and historically prevail in the overthrow of combative administrations.
It is in the incumbent power’s best interest to end national unrest contributing to economic chaos and political instability.
Democracy across Middle East could no longer be stalled with military might or external influence evidently debilitated by revolutionaries’ sacrifices and steel resolve in the political struggle.
World citizens could come forward and extend unequivocal cooperation in the liberation cause petitioning their governments to act in promoting peaceful political transition per people choice in Middle East and elsewhere.
Mainstream aspirations to form government of the people, by the people and for the people is delayed due to lack of universal commitment in rejecting authoritarianism that would empower republic to succeed without more bloodshed.
U.N. Security Council permanent members discord is the prime example in this regard and reconfiguration expanding membership as suggested on many occasions would guarantee consensus urgently required on humanitarian and moral grounds.
People seeking political independence are urged to remain united strengthening their representation against political power notwithstanding the collective demand at national level gaining momentum to expedite desirable outcome.
Syrians are admired for their courage and determination to win the political battle.
With the nation behind peace and non-violent means to realize the political dream,
They are on the path to victory leading Syria and Middle East for a new beginning on the horizon.
Wishing People Power in Syria and around the world political triumph delivering social progress and economic prosperity.
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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India – Mumbai blasts and Terror Attacks
July 17, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
The financial capital Mumbai, India was once again targeted with bomb blasts on July 13, 2011 resulting in civilian casualties and injured victims notwithstanding public frustration over repeat attacks emanating from serious security lapse in the nation’s commercial center.
Whenever terrorism leaves footprints, the trail leads to easy access of materials used to detonate bombs and live ammunitions in the open market.
The intelligence failure including lack of coordination among the national and foreign intelligentsia also contributes to terror activities in the technological era.
As stated above, the stockpiles availability through defense industry channels facilitates terrorism that otherwise would be hard to emerge causing immense human suffering.
The terror networks presence in Pakistan and elsewhere further confirms the unsuccessful global war on terror despite trillions of U.S. taxpayer dollars spent in pursuing the terror groups over a decade.
Political will and military decision to replace combat forces with peace keeping personnel to promote economic development and political stability in the war torn regions would substantially impact terror recruitment enabling the local and disenfranchised population to be productive in the respective society.
Terrorism is a by-product of ill-informed and dejected citizens deprived of fair economic opportunities, political rights and social justice.
Terror operatives utilize the disadvantaged demography to convey their political objectives with no regard for life creating perpetual violence and social discord.
Authorities could infiltrate the operation with effective non-violent strategies rewarding terror plot informants to deter attacks and involve civilian vigilance in addition to law enforcement officers deployment.
Terror alerts as precursor in preparing for potential assault would be credible upon preventing frequent incidents in massive scale and the vulnerable cities like Mumbai as well as other metropolitan areas that are continually attacked could benefit from widespread monitoring in all fronts – air, land and sea,
Besides trustworthy intelligence sharing between various agencies committed to eliminating terror as a global challenge.
Above all, nations bear responsibility in extraditing terror assailants for trials in the inflicted domains without granting them impunity for political reasons.
The conspirators protected by their governments’ inaction or refusal to cooperate in the necessary investigation and subsequent legal proceedings become the catalyst for future terrorism given the amnesty to terror related arrests from foreign nations.
Governments’ role is critical in honoring victims’ plight regardless of terror striking home or across the border.
Response on humanitarian grounds transcending political differences would categorically emphasize solidarity to terror networks and possibly debilitate organizational effort to sabotage peace.
In the absence of comprehensive cohesion among nations fighting terror, the individual aspirations would remain a monumental task producing false sense of invincibility for the relatively inferior terror establishments.
Unified forces against terror sources would permanently dismantle terror camps and bring lasting relief to the world.
The state and central government pledge to curb such explosions in Mumbai and other parts of the country would be sound when public safety is not compromised at any level arising from broken chain link in communication and implementation process.
Adequate funding for national security also boosts precautionary measures against terrorism.
Compensation to victims’ families is helpful but defending nationals from falling prey to violence is nation’s priority.
The ruling and opposition power concerted actions in this respect would strengthen national defense.
With heartfelt condolences to victims’ families on the loss of precious lives, prayers offered on the mournful event July 13, 2011 for the departed souls to rest in peace along with rapid recovery of those hurt in the horrific crime against humanity.
Hopefully the healing would bring solace to grieving survivors and provide them fortitude to endure life ordeal.
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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July 8, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
Indian civil society movement against corruption that began in March 2011 led by the leader Shri Anna Hazaré and five members team to negotiate legislative action with the government and Parliament members is contested in terms of applicable law to various government branches beginning with the Prime Minister’s office, the intelligence bureau directly under the incumbent power as well as the judiciary.
Additionally the issue is debated on whether the law should be effective on the serving cabinet members barring investigation until their term expiry.
The government attention to the crippling corruption problem was drawn following the leader Anna Hazaré’s fasting and non-violent protest in April 2011.
National rally asking government to address rampant corruption was the impetus for the meeting between civil society locally known as Lokpal and the government.
Although the meeting was held marking the preliminary step towards recognizing the inherent lack of ethics within society, the legislation draft still remains contentious leaving the outcome more ambiguous than ever.
Meanwhile the nation’s Yoga Guru Sri Ramdevji calling for accountability on funds embezzlement and black money holdings via Swiss Bank accounts not excluding money laundering among the wealthiest, influential and powerful in the society added another dimension to this issue.
The Yoga Guru Sri Ramdevji fasting on national stage with mass gathering in the capital, New Delhi on June 4, 2011 unfortunately resulted in the government backlash to citizens concern.
The law enforcement officers’ severe crackdown of unarmed citizens during peaceful attendance produced serious harm to civilians endangering their lives for participation in national discourse.
Incidents involving police assault on non-violent crowd is maintained to quell dissent in a democracy and other political system.
The authorities use of violence against citizens does not bode well for political power especially the democratic society – eliminating the underlying distinction in the constitution governed democracy granting freedom of speech and political, economic or social event assembly.
Democracy is threatened and undermined when political power exercise excess clamp down to restrict citizens’ voices from being heard.
Subsequently no inquiry in the abuse of power in public view creates perception of the government condoning the prevalent security personnel misconduct.
Since corruption is affecting all particularly the mainstream population the most, with mandatory bribery to the government and private industry for public service,
Stringent measures and loophole free anti-corruption legislation would unequivocally deter the widespread practice possibly terminated at the roots with a robust law in place.
The general consensus among various political factions in the ruling coalition and opposition along with civil society team is the bill introduction in Parliament in the monsoon session – August 2011 for the elected representatives’ scrutiny.
The ruling party and the opposition’s formidable approach to pass legislation in the upcoming session rather than postponing the citizens’ plea to winter session in December 2011 would confirm the leaders’ sincerity in prioritizing national and electorate interest.
Anti-corruption bill is crucial for damage control with respect to national image, economic return and social transformation through laws embracing strong ethics and morals.
It would lead the present and future generation in the path to success and glory earned righteously setting continuous trend beyond the immediate period.
Hence reluctance in transcending politics and social differences poignantly the existing hierarchy with political class declaring ultimate authority is counterproductive amid national sentiments to emerging corruption scandals.
The government spokespersons argue that civil society is attempting to run a parallel government with the Lokpal bill.
When in fact the legislation request spans over five decades and the political parties are yet to deliver the long awaited anti-corruption law.
The pattern persists with political disagreements taking precedence over compelling factors to legitimize legal consequences on corruption charges.
Another contentious element is the civil society anti-corruption draft aimed at comprehensive impact including Prime Ministers office, judiciary and intelligence unit.
The proposal has vigorous opposition in relation to Prime Minister coming under purview more from the political party and those safeguarding the privileged status from individual standpoint than contributing to the much-required change for national benefit.
Concurrently subjecting all branches and entities without exception under the national law would be acknowledgment of the fundamental democratic doctrine –
None are above the law in any land of justice.
The condescending remarks against civil society as anarchists and the repetitive question raised by the political party appointees…are noteworthy.
‘Who is going to Lokpal the Lokpal?’
Otherwise to whom are the civil society held accountable?
The answer lies in the question. The civil society team would be accountable to the people.
Just like with any leadership and representation, if the navigational guidelines are slighted for agenda at the vast majority’s detriment then evidently the credibility is lost and,
The civil society has liberty to choose members dedicated to the cause allowing republic rule determine the constitutionality of citizens’ will in protecting national welfare and progress.
Political parties’ surrogates in their defense have consistently attempted to isolate people from the Parliament asserting the public as intruders in Parliamentary affairs proclaiming the constitutional guidance exclusively to serve legislative body.
This is an irony in a democracy with Parliament and State legislators directly elected by the respective constituents and electorate.
The constitution guarantees citizen rights in seeking policy implementation through elected officials in a Parliamentary procedure.
Legislations indeed are passed in Parliament per the appropriate protocol.
Nonetheless the public input in the form of ideas and viable solutions to the crippling crisis predominantly caused by the political class at the main street immense suffering cannot be rejected for that would invalidate the democratic system.
If the government committee comprising high profile cabinet ministers with some implicated for the same problems are entrusted to resolve the burgeoning issue through policy making,
Then conflict of interest arises preventing a meaningful reform.
The civil society version or Lokpal bill would identify core issues and provide remedies applying fairness by replacing demands such as capital punishment with community service in the prison sentence for those apprehended in the corruption act.
Pursuing black money hoarders and tax evaders regardless of social stature and economic class incorporated in the Lokpal bill would ensure anti-corruption law effectiveness,
Besides remaining non-discriminatory in national assets recovery.
The government reaction towards citizens against black money and corruption thus far has been disappointing with undemocratic means adopted to contain the growing public anger and frustration on the pervasive moral and ethical decay in the society.
Any authority irrespective of political faction whether state or central government utilizing intelligence and armed personnel for undue advantage against citizens is in direct violation of constitution protecting civil rights,
Not to mention the aggression in recent events indicative of the nation founded on commitment to non-violence now misled in a wrong direction.
Leaders across the spectrum have unique opportunity to demonstrate the art of living with respect and dignity without compromising human characteristics i.e. honesty, integrity, humility and social discipline in adherence to law.
Also espousing philosophy that enhances positive attributes viz. patriotism and compassion expressed in service to the nation and humanity at large.
It could not happen unless one pledges to disavow ‘Me, myself and I’ concept from the basic instincts prompting impulsive indulgences in life.
The desire for personal advancement at any costs is destructive and poses grave danger to mankind in the fiercely competitive environment without boundaries revealing the lack of self-restraint primarily responsible for human miseries unable to find peace within and around.
Human nature to care for life is intrinsic.
However, the aspiration diverted towards self-promotion ignores bountiful effects of utilitarianism bringing real happiness and lasting peace to all.
Every person could make a difference in the world with special talent lying dormant in some while vibrantly active in others producing collective gains for fair distribution amongst all.
Refining ones’ thoughts and work ethics is essential to achieve milestones leaving a legacy as the benefactor and beneficiary to life endowments.
Life is an investment with good deeds promising profitable returns and negative pursuits yielding similar outcome.
Human beliefs and choices in life have greater influences in improving living standards for them, their family and community eventually experienced by others in the remote and far corners of the globe.
There is optimism despite the status quo.
Mutual understanding and consideration to reconcile differences by exchanging genuine views and grievances could potentially resolve political standoff expediting legislation passage in saving national grace.
It is sincerely hoped that wisdom and rationality would guide leaderships in adapting pragmatic course alleviating citizens’ plight by restructuring moral foundation and ethical pillars to withstand any challenges ahead.
Anti-corruption law could be a phenomenal catalyst in spreading transparency and accountability culture throughout society modifying human conduct in dealings monitored by national criminal offense code.
The law would also facilitate eradicating other social crimes like ransom claimed in dowry not dissipated in spite of anti-dowry act due to bribery infiltrating police force to judiciary – an accepted norm in the moral decline.
Procrastination in legislating the Lokpal bill would categorize the political class in unflattering light confirming complicity to corruption in the electorate mind notwithstanding serious political ramifications witnessed in the latest state elections.
Moment lost may not return since time and tide waits for none.
Anti-corruption law could perhaps be the cornerstone in preserving national wealth with a new chapter in history for India.
Best Wishes to Indian civil society and leaderships in the successful passage of Lokpal bill in Monsoon session – August 2011.
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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Thailand Election Results 2011
July 4, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
Congratulations! To Thailand citizens and the first female Prime Minister elect Yingluck Shinawatra of Pheu Thai Party.
Thailand faced many challenges in 2010 with the outgoing government under the leadership of Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva representing the Democrat Party.
The government’s violent crackdown against pro-Democracy supporters (United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship) of the exiled former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra resulted in civilian casualties prompting public demand for the then Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjijiva’s resignation.
The people’s request for political reform was slighted and the national election stalled until July 3, 2011.
Election outcome on July 4, 2011 reveals Thai electorate rejection of the military backed government run as constitutional monarchy believed to benefit the elitists at the vast majority’s plight.
The newly elected Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has the electoral mandate having secured a landslide victory to strengthen democracy preventing any form of intervention either through military coup as often seen in Thai politics or re-emergence of the monarchy.
People power evidently delivered the desirable political change.
The national unity message from the incoming Prime Minister serves as the beginning to end political turmoil encouraging foreign investor confidence and accelerate economic growth.
The political dissidents’ sacrifice in 2010 proved to be not in vain and Thailand could be a model for nations seeking meaningful democratic system.
Thailand peaceful protesters call for transformation initiated through ballots confirms the people holding key to power.
Nonetheless there are many tasks ahead for the elected government in addressing economic disparity and social issues.
The new government’s initial pledge to raise minimum wages to US $10 is a positive step considering the economic viability and regional potential to boost upward trend on exports such as rice currently proposed for price adjustment.
These economic and social measures would be hopefully implemented upon the administration assuming office.
Thailand is bracing for a bright future with the major political development and the leaders have unique opportunity to safeguard republic interests in adopting transparency and accountability in governance.
Good Luck! To the citizens of Thailand and Prime Minister elect Yingluck Shinawatra for a successful term with political stability and economic prosperity.
Peace to all.
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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June 27, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
In 2008 prior to leaving office, President George W. Bush had authorized 9,000 troops Brigade Combat team for Afghanistan and they were scheduled to join in January 2009.
After the new administration was sworn into office, in February and March 2009 President Barack Obama approved additional 21,000 troops deployment to Afghanistan for arrival in spring and summer of 2009.
The Presidential address on June 22, 2011 to the nation and the world on Afghanistan troop commitment was laid out claiming the 30,000 troops surge in 2010 will be gradually withdrawn beginning July 2011 with an estimated 10,000 to be pulled by the year end and the remaining of the 30,000 to return by 2012 summer.
Subsequent to possible 30,000 troop surge withdrawal the contingency comprises at least U.S. 100,000 and NATO as well as coalition combined approximately 50,000 troops.
In addition to Afghanistan national police, the Afghan security forces are over 100,000 per the Presidential statement and Department of Defense (DOD) account.
Notwithstanding the troops engaged in Afghan operation under OEF (Operation Enduring Freedom) apart from Afghanistan are Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan…in the region and the periphery.
Further U.S intelligence and mercenary are involved on the ground in Pakistan as paramilitary forces to counteract the less than one hundred Al Qaeda members supposedly driven from Afghanistan to Pakistan following the decade old combat mission in the war torn country.
As for the Afghan Taliban – again the negligible number in comparison with the U.S. and NATO consolidated engagement are opposed to U.S. and NATO appointed government in Kabul and never found posing a threat to U.S and allies’ national security at any time.
Afghan President Hamid Karzai under U.S and NATO authority is in agreement to massive foreign troops presence extending beyond 2014 – a situation similar to Iraq with U.S. selected government led by Prime Minister Nouri Al Maliki creating local insurgency against foreign military occupation and the respective heads of the state perceived as the puppet figures for foreign power.
The latest killing of 5 U.S. soldiers in June 2011 and previously April 2011 declared the deadliest month in Iraq is suggestive of the sentiments prevalent among the factions against U.S. occupation in any format either combat or security personnel training.
These incidents serve as the pretext to extend occupation beyond the bilateral agreement to leave the country.
The identical policies in the two nations – Afghanistan and Iraq for both strategic and economic dominance has lost credibility with unconvincing withdrawals from combat position to preparing the Afghani and Iraqi security forces for national defense only contributes to draining U.S and allies’ treasury precipitating economic decline worldwide.
Meanwhile the quagmires are leading Afghanistan and Iraq to the point of no return on economic and political viability facilitating prolonged foreign military retention to curb cyclical violence.
The outgoing Defense Secretary Robert Gates and the former military command General David Petraeus emphasized on U.S. permanent base in Iraq with the possibility to continue having troops in the beleaguered nation.
Likewise Afghanistan is being maneuvered in that direction with the over reaching timetable lacking in definitive milestones.
With respect to the mounting economic burden on U.S and allies taxpayers funding the protracted warfare surrounding the ambiguous timeline for complete pull out –
The cost factor has not been mentioned in the Presidential speech considering the relevance at any time particularly when the debate on raising the national debt ceiling is contentious resulting in the existing gridlock between the White House and the Republican members in the House and Senate.
Raw data on the expenditure incurred in the two wars thus far is reported to be a staggering $1.6 trillion and despite the projected drawdowns in the near and distant future the economic costs is expected to exceed over $2.6 trillion given the stated occupation until 2014 and thereafter
Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen quoted during congressional hearing on June 23, 2011 that Afghanistan war alone is costing U.S. taxpayers $10 billion per month.
Department of Defense (DOD) has increased baseline funding requirement by $8 billion in order to avoid the war fatigue stimulated fund reduction earlier secured through supplemental appropriation bill in Congress.
The operational costs pertaining to military personnel, training Afghan and Iraqi security forces, counter-terrorism using various methods from boots in ground to unmanned aerial attacks,
Not to mention the 15,000 troops in undisclosed location as classified operatives, constant replenishing of stockpiles, defense supplies and equipments…all falling under operation and maintenance category has direct impact on the fiscal year budget.
It is equally important to shed light on Afghanistan and Iraq economies stalled by systemic breakdowns in national governance emanating from weak administrations and disruptions attributed to foreign invasion related violence.
Hence the costs to restore military capability in Afghanistan and Iraq are currently met by the taxpayers of the participating nations.
Also not factored in the equation is the military aid to neighboring Pakistan bearing economic liabilities for U.S and incessant internal turmoil in Pakistan.
The Presidential statement affirmed the following principles that are unfortunately not adhered to on many issues.
“We’re a nation that brings our enemies to justice while adhering to the rule of law and respecting the rights of all our citizens.”
The alleged killing of Osama Bin Laden in Abbottabad, Pakistan had no prior approval from the United States Congress or the sovereign Pakistan Parliament and the U.S. as well as global citizens request for credible evidence confirming the action ignored with the case closed asserting that Presidential discretionary powers exercised in this matter.
Additionally in terms of respecting the rights of citizens – the Patriot Act allowing government unlimited access to the public’s private life is anything but honoring the citizen’s rights.
“We protect our own freedom and prosperity by extending it to others. We stand not for empire, but for self-determination. That is why we have a stake in the democratic aspirations that are now washing across the Arab world.
We will support those revolutions with fidelity to our ideals, with the power of our example, and with an unwavering belief that all human beings deserve to live with freedom and dignity.”
The war torn nations – Afghanistan, Iraq, Yemen and Bahrain with U.S and allies’ strong influence prove otherwise.
“When innocents are being slaughtered and global security endangered, we don’t have to choose between standing idly by or acting on our own. Instead, we must rally international action, which we’re doing in Libya, where we do not have a single soldier on the ground, but are supporting allies in protecting the Libyan people and giving them the chance to determine their own destiny.”
Libyan current reality is testimony to economic aspirations overriding humanitarian cause.
The illegitimate government under Muammar Gaddafi leadership is indeed slaughtering and ordering mass murder of innocent civilians.
On United States watch the Libyan leader continues to remain in power with oppression accepted as the fact of life in the Arab world.
There is no urgency or necessity felt among U.S. and coalition to indict leader Muammar Gaddafi and family for war crimes in the International Court of Justice to enable people victory in Libya.
However, the U.S initiative in using International Court of Justice in 2010 against Lebanon brought down the democratically elected government demonstrating the U.S and allies selective pursuits for political, strategic and economic benefits.
Notably Egypt, Yemen and Bahrain are favored against Syria though the citizens in all of these nations share common goals – freedom and democracy, economic, social and political prospects not to mention their experience with identical government crackdowns to quell dissent.
American dream in the twenty first century is compromised with rising deficit, deep economic recession, poor job market and growing inflation stemming from burgeoning costs in military expansion across the globe.
United States and coalition can no longer sustain the public wealth depletion since wars are now conducted on borrowed money saddling the present and future generations with enormous debt denying the average citizens the ability to attain their individual life ambitions.
Therefore procrastination in bringing troops home is imprudent and not learning from history i.e. Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos would be analogous to anticipating different results from failed methods.
Besides monetary obligations the ultimate price paid on warfare is sacrificing precious lives from all sides whether the victims are 18 and 19 year old combat soldiers or five to ninety year old civilian, the bloodshed until now and later to assist the defense industry profits renders life easily dispensable.
Human resources is an integral part of a nation’s capital and utilizing the core services constructively would increase productivity in a peaceful environment rather than pursuing persistent universal military installations to safeguard defense sector’s profitability.
With economies on the brink of collapse, it would be wise to focus on nation building in creating jobs, strengthening local manufacturing, improving domestic status on all fronts to provide for fair income distribution that could inevitably alleviate human suffering.
The war strategies from military command and Defense department to win public and congressional trust do not indicate clear exit motives from any location restricting peace emergence in the occupied territories.
When the simple maxim – live and let others live in peace is wholeheartedly practiced then peace, progress and prosperity will naturally pervade world over.
Human desires surpassing human wants endangering life and habitat is the fundamental problem in the contemporary era.
Protectionism in wealth accumulation at the global population despair and disadvantage in the globalized economy is yet another grim characteristic of personal gains primordial for some to thrive leaving the rest struggling to survive.
Power come into play with calculated tactics applied in targeted areas to absorb functionality accentuating vulnerability among people for self-promotion and specific agenda.
Global connectivity having become the convenient link – the opportunity for positive and negative aspects is explored and in some instances exploited exacerbating human plight and national welfare.
Peaceful protests seeking paradigm shift in political system throughout Middle East is a classic example where persecuted dissidents’ voices are being heard but global leaderships’ passiveness is restraining transformation from taking place.
Corporate and military dominance centered on territorial and assets acquisition at the vast majority’s detriment is predominantly responsible for the status quo.
As a result political upheavals are common for nations deprived of sovereignty with foreign rule dictating terms and conditions under the guise of spreading democracy and nation building.
Military aggression replaced with economic development, educational facilities, life saving projects such as clean drinking water, irrigational sources in the drought prone areas to improve farming, hospitals and last but not the least infrastructure investment would guarantee precipitous ending to unmitigated violence in the perpetual war zones.
Accordingly national efforts and achievements in this regard utilizing the disproportionate defense divestments and eliminating wasteful spending would not only revive economic growth but also contain fiscal woes in the escalating financial crisis.
Political will is quintessential to steer the nation forward in all frontiers.
Leaders and public officials as elected representatives exemplifying unequivocal pledge to serve the people and the country they govern by resisting influences from within and outside that is regressive would enhance national endowments setting the path towards bipartisanship crucial in recognizing the mutual ideas and concerns as necessary checks and balances to pass legislation affecting millions of lives at home and around the world.
Reverting to Afghanistan – the Afghan nationals deserve a new beginning free of foreign determination to elect, govern and chart the course for them with international assistance flowing to empower people in expediting the desirable outcome.
Afghanistan is at the crossroads to resurrect and rebuild the nation in rubbles to a peaceful vibrant economic center in Central Asia, fostering diplomatic and trade relationships with Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka…in the Indian sub-continent.
Military interventions and wars have diminished hopes and deteriorated economic conditions with overwhelming segments in the society living in abject poverty, poor literacy rates known to have hampered young girls and women’s rights forcing them to dependency often enduring social injustice in modern times.
Afghanistan has great potential to evolve and integrate with the millennium concept rich in diversity, innovations and inspirational accomplishments without having to disinherit the salient cultural heritage unique to every society.
Political emancipation and peaceful atmosphere is paramount in overcoming obstacles on the path to recovery.
Afghanistan is also faced with crippling corruption scandals at every step of the way and reversing the trend in this context would call for national awakening with grassroots support enforcing the code of conduct into effective law.
Optimism, steel resolve and national unity are the keys to success in the evolutionary process.
Peace to all!
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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Greece Austerity Package
June 22, 2011
By Padmini Arhant
Greece faced with fiscal challenges is considering further austerity measures targeting the mainstream population.
The decision has triggered public anger and frustration in disagreement with the government’s economic policy.
In an effort to comply with ECB, IMF and EU terms for the previous bailout euros 110 billion of which, financiers have conditionally withheld remaining euros 12 billion demanding the government to streamline spending cuts alongside tax hikes to avert potential default predicted to cause ripple effects among the euro zone nations.
Greece is also hoping to secure additional loan euros 100 billion to meet financial obligations with creditors while attempting to pass the austerity package worth euros 28 billion in Parliament
The Socialist government under familiar leadership of Prime Minister George Papandreou has been struggling to survive the worst financial crisis emanating from –
The hedge fund debacle combined with weak fiscal policy lacking in checks and balances,
Asset mismanagement, monetary and economic policies deficient in goals and preparedness with respect to the then looming global recession leading to prior administration failure exacerbated by the common corruption problem that has brought the Mediterranean country on the brink of economic collapse.
As a result the vulnerable demography in the society are forced to bear the brunt with workers in both public and private sector not paid for their service or labor over six to fifteen months.
Notwithstanding a vast majority bereft of job opportunities and economic growth… left at the government’s mercy for existence.
The dire situation is the culmination of complacency to deteriorating economic conditions, financial prudence and ethical efficacy debilitating national creditworthiness.
From the creditors perspective, caution exercised in lending to a nation perceived as fiscally irresponsible and therefore stipulations beyond economic viability is maintained despite the drastic constraints proved detrimental to the borrower and lender more likely precipitating the anticipated delinquency on loan repayment.
Although fiscal management is vital to emerge from the burgeoning economic meltdown, it is equally important to be diligent in protecting the mass being the workers, employees, consumers, taxpayers and the electorate determining the political fate in a democratic society.
Austerity aimed at the essential services and programs for citizens would be counterproductive.
Instead reviewing the national budget and eliminating wasteful expenditures like disproportionate defense appropriation with Greece being a NATO ally and trimming bureaucracy in the government portfolios could improve efficiency in the public sector.
Private sector could be invigorated with tax incentives to retain and create desperately required jobs.
Simultaneously closing tax loopholes with tax reform is yet another revenue source possibly reversing the rising national debt.
Investments to promote small-medium businesses are typically the desirable economic pursuits to expedite recovery.
Identifying redundant holdings and undertakings contributing to national deficit could ease the burden with divestments in job sector to increase productivity.
Agriculture, Industrial expansion utilizing innovative technology and focus on green jobs would immensely boost GDP enhancing exports in the global economy.
Hence every step towards alleviating public plight by restoring health, education, housing jobs and environment would guarantee exponential returns for any economy especially the nations dealing with fiscal woes need economic stimulus to revive the job market and consequently consumerism.
Human capital is a valuable resource instrumental in economic, social and political development.
The government efforts on austerity slashing critical programs that could deprive people from basic living standards are not in national interest.
Greece is urged to implement robust economic policy built on political transparency and accountability effectively addressing corruption to reflect integrity and credibility in national affairs.
Parliament vote in Greece could perhaps follow a road map prioritizing citizens’ economic and social empowerment with precise immediate and long-term objectives consisting emergency plan through financial reserve held in future savings for foreseeable or unexpected events.
Hopefully the lenders IMF, EU and ECB would kindly approve the necessary funds to Greece on the premise to become solvent besides fiscally strong in the tough economic climate setting a precedence for others seeking financial rescue.
Wishing the people of Greece and Prime Minister George Papandreou success in nation building.
Best Wishes to European Union members in providing meaningful financial assistance to enable nations like Greece and others in similar strife to strive for rapid growth resumption.
Thank you.
Padmini Arhant
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