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  • Savarkar’s Perspective on Ahimsa and Himsa

    Savarkar’s Perspective on Ahimsa and Himsa

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    Political Dimension of Hindutva, Part 13 Introduction – A Justification of “Relative Violence” Violence and non-violence have long been central themes in Indian philosophical and political thought. Vinayak Damodar (Veer) Savarkar, a key proponent of Hindutva, presented a unique discourse on the subject, arguing for a pragmatic approach to violence—what he termed “just, relative violence.”…

  • Savarkar’s Realism: ‘Might is Right’

    Savarkar’s Realism: ‘Might is Right’

    Savarkar’s Philosophy & Worldview, Part 12; Savarkar’s Five Philosophical Dimensions (5/6) Vinayak Damodar (Veer) Savarkar embedded a profound sense of realism in his philosophy. Beyond mere pragmatism, his worldview was rooted in adaptability, acknowledging that no ideology, institution, or tradition is universally applicable across all times and circumstances. His understanding of human behavior was dynamic—what…