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  • Utilitarianism in Savarkar’s Thinking

    Utilitarianism in Savarkar’s Thinking

    Savarkar’s Philosophy & Worldview, Part 8, Savarkar’s Five Philosophical Dimensions (1/6) Vinayak Damodar (Veer) Savarkar, a prominent Indian nationalist, philosopher, and social reformer, was known for his unique approach to philosophy, which blended Western ideas with the Indian context. Savarkar’s intellectual framework drew from various philosophical traditions, and one of the most prominent among them…

  • Savarkar on Caste and the Caste System: A Vision for Social Reform

    Savarkar on Caste and the Caste System: A Vision for Social Reform

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    Social-Reformist Dimension of Hindutva, Part 8 The caste system has long been a subject of intense debate. While some have seen it as a stabilizing force in Indian society, others have condemned it as an oppressive and regressive institution. Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, a prominent Indian nationalist, falls squarely into the latter camp. His critique of…