Six Orthodox Schools of Hindu Philosophy - A Brief Introduction (From The Discovery of India)

Saturday, March 16, 2024

 


This video is a Hindi translation of a small chapter from Jawaharlal Nehru's Discovery of India. It delves into the six orthodox systems of Indian philosophy - Sankhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Mimamsa, and Vedanta. This demonstrates Nehru's knowledge of religion and philosophy while displaying his immense love and pride for India's ancient civilization. We also learn how Nehru tried to strengthen the spirit of unity in diversity prevalent in India since ancient times.

Jawaharlal Nehru and Edwina Mountbatten: Lucky in Love

Sunday, March 10, 2024

 


After 1947, Edwina's love was completely devoted to Nehru. She was impressed by his intelligence, courage, and poise. Nehru was attractive, cultured, knowledgeable, courageous, and a brilliant wordsmith. He was also honest and well-mannered. Nehru considered Edwina his equal and respected her intelligence, experience, and work ethic.


The information provided in this series is derived from the following sources: 

Jawaharlal Nehru: A Biography (Vol. 1) by Sarvepalli Gopal  https://www.amazon.com/Jawaharlal-Nehru-1889-1947-v-1-Biography/dp/0224010298

Daughter of Empire: My Life as a Mountbatten by Pamela Hicks https://www.amazon.com/Daughter-Empire-My-Life-Mountbatten-ebook/dp/B00AB19536 

The Mountbattens: Their Lives and Loves by Andrew Lownie  https://www.amazon.com/Mountbattens-Andrew-Lownie/dp/1788702565

"Edwina" https://www.lordmountbattenofburma.com/edwina

"India's Last Vicereine" by Katherine Bailey

Edwina Mountbatten and Jawaharlal Nehru's First Meeting

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

 




This video is the second part of a series showing the relationship between Edwina Mountbatten and Jawaharlal Nehru. It tells the story of the first meeting between Edwina and Nehru. 

You can watch Part I here:  https://youtu.be/bbm1qiSWC3M?si=jk1PbdMy7lG190eJ


The information provided in this series is derived from the following sources: 


Jawaharlal Nehru: A Biography (Vol. 1) by Sarvepalli Gopal  https://www.amazon.com/Jawaharlal-Nehru-1889-1947-v-1-Biography/dp/0224010298

Daughter of Empire: My Life as a Mountbatten by Pamela Hicks https://www.amazon.com/Daughter-Empire-My-Life-Mountbatten-ebook/dp/B00AB19536 

The Mountbattens: Their Lives and Loves by Andrew Lownie  https://www.amazon.com/Mountbattens-Andrew-Lownie/dp/1788702565

"Edwina" https://www.lordmountbattenofburma.com/edwina

"India's Last Vicereine" by Katherine Bailey

Edwina Mountbatten: Before She Met Jawaharlal Nehru

Monday, February 19, 2024

 


This video is the first part of a series showing the relationship between Edwina Mountbatten and Jawaharlal Nehru. It tells the story of Edwina's life before she met Jawaharlal Nehru. You may find the sources for further reading in the description section of the video. 

Independence Day: Jawaharlal Nehru and the Challenges of the Newly Independent Nation

Saturday, February 10, 2024

 

This video is based on an article by Manish Singh, who writes on Facebook and Twitter as @RebornManish.

An emotional account of the day after independence! Nehru went to jail in 20s, 30s, and 40s while participating in the nonviolent struggle for independence! What was going on in Nehru's mind while hoisting the tricolor?

"This is a great visual…

The time of freedom, a dream fulfilled, to breathe freely, and the tricolor fluttering overhead. It makes me wonder what might have been going on in the mind of the person hoisting it?..."