On the occasion of 155th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti (GSDS) in collaboration with MyGov is organizing a “Essay Writing Competition as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi” in Hindi and English on different ideas of Mahatma Gandhi.

Proposed Subjects for Essay Writing is as follows:
1. “Gandhi's Vision of Non-Violence in the Modern World”: How Gandhian principles of non-violence (Ahimsa) can be applied to contemporary conflicts and social issues. / “आधुनिक विश्व और गांधी की अहिंसा
2. “Mahatma Gandhi and Climate Change: Lessons for Today”: Exploring how Gandhi's ideas of simple living and sustainability are relevant in the fight against climate change. / “महात्मा गांधी और जलवायु परिवर्तन: आज के लिए सबक”
3. “The Relevance of Gandhi's Philosophy in Digital Activism”: Analyzing how Gandhi's principles of peaceful protest and civil disobedience can be adapted to online activism and digital movements./ “डिजिटल युग में गांधी के दर्शन की प्रासंगिकता”
4. “Mahatma Gandhi’s Role in Promoting Gender Equality”: Reflecting on Gandhi's thoughts and actions for women's rights and how they inspire today's gender equality movements. / “महिला सशक्तिकरण में महात्मा गांधी की भूमिका”:
5. “Gandhi and Youth Empowerment: A Modern Perspective”: How Gandhi’s focus on youth participation in the independence movement can inspire today's youth to take active roles in social change. / “गांधी और युवा सशक्तिकरण: आधुनिक परिप्रेक्ष्य में ”
6. “Gandhi’s Approach to Conflict Resolution: Its Relevance to International Relations Today”: How Gandhian methods of dialogue and negotiation can help resolve current global conflicts. / “संघर्ष समाधान में गांधी विचार की भूमिका
7. “Gandhian Economics in the Age of Consumerism”: Understanding Gandhi's critique of materialism and how his ideas could address the issues of modern consumerism and economic inequality. / “उपभोक्तावादी युग में गांधीवादी अर्थशास्त्र”
8. “Digital Satyagraha: Applying Gandhi's Tactics in the Age of Social Media”: Examining how non-violent resistance could be conducted in the digital era using social media platforms. / “डिजिटल सत्याग्रह: सोशल मीडिया के युग में गांधी के विचार की प्रासंगिकता
9. “Gandhi’s Lessons on Ethical Leadership for Today’s Leaders”: How contemporary political and business leaders can learn from Gandhi’s leadership style, ethics, and values. / “गांधी के नैतिक नेतृत्व पर पाठ आज के नेताओं के लिए”
10. “Gandhi’s Legacy and the Quest for Social Justice in India Today”: Evaluating the influence of Gandhi’s principles on current social justice movements in India, such as those addressing caste discrimination, poverty, and inequality. / “गांधी के नैतिक नेतृत्व पर पाठ आज के नेताओं के लिए”
11. “Mahatma Gandhi and the Idea of Unity in Diversity”: Discussing how Gandhi's vision of India as a pluralistic society is relevant in today’s polarized world. / “महात्मा गांधी और विविधता में एकता का विचार”
12. “The Gandhian Model of Education: Relevance in Today’s Curriculum”: Analyzing how Gandhi’s ideas on holistic education, vocational training, and character building can be integrated into modern educational systems. / “महात्मा गांधी और विविधता में एकता का विचार”
13. “Reimagining Gandhi’s ‘Swadeshi Movement’ for the 21st Century”: Exploring how the concept of self-reliance and supporting local products can boost local economies in a globalized world. / “21वीं सदी में गांधी के ‘स्वदेशी आंदोलन’ की पुनर्कल्पना
14. “Gandhi and Technology: Contradiction or Complement?”: Understanding Gandhi's skepticism of technology and how it can be reconciled with today’s tech-driven society. / “गांधी और प्रौद्योगिकी: विरोधाभास या पूरक?”
15. “Gandhi's Idea of 'Sarvodaya' (Welfare of All) and its Relevance in Tackling Global Inequality”: Reflecting on Gandhi's vision of inclusive development and how it can help bridge the global inequality gap. / “गांधी का 'सर्वोदय' (सभी का कल्याण) का विचार और वैश्विक असमानता से निपटने में इसकी प्रासंगिकता”

Gratification:
The top three winners in both the category- English and Hindi will be given Gandhian books

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