Importance Of Nation Building Essay

In global arena, India commands unique identity of a nation gradually proceeding towards growth and development.

The country has achieved considerable growth and prosperity after independence in these last 68 years but one will agree to the fact that the growth is not up-to the mark considering the glorious history it inherits and the potential it possesses as a nation.

This concept of Nation Building is very relevant and necessary for India. Now, it is the right moment, right place and right background for the countrymen to put all the efforts to transform its national identity to that of a fast progressing, stable and sustainable economy.

The paper tries to understand various ingredients India already possesses to embark on the “Nation Building” path, also the most important steps or strategies to be put

The Following points give very strong reasons to support this fact -

I. The Glorious History

There were times when India was so great and powerful that it dominated the world economy with a GDP of more than 33% of the world. India had a sustained economy for thousands of years entirely dependent on the domestic production and not based on the theft of others. Harappan seals have been found in Greece and Rome which establish the fact that her people had inter-continental trade links and long distance ship building skills as far back as 5,000 years .

The Vedas and Upnishads created centuries ago are still relevant in Today’s scenario.

Indigenous ancient system of India e.g. “Ayurveda” and “Yoga” are recognized across the world.

India already inherits various significant contributions it had made to the world in the past.

In the recent past, not only social leaders but also many exemplary Nationalist businessmen also have also contributed during the initial phase of Nation Building.

II. India – A Secular and Tolerant