What is in the Vedas?

Thursday, April 11, 2024

 


In this video, the four Vedas and the Vedic literature is discussed. The Vedas reflect our ancestors' efforts to understand the mysteries of human existence and this world, and their ways of living in harmony with nature. The texts highlight the knowledge of our ancestors and their spirit of exploration. Many hymns have been used in yajna and other religious rituals, where they are recited aloud.

Jawaharlal Nehru - Contributions, Achievements, and Failures

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

 

This video is a Hindi translation of a lecture given by Dr. Ramchandra Guha on Jawaharlal Nehru, a leading figure of the freedom movement and India's first Prime Minister. This lecture discusses Nehru's participation in the freedom struggle, his vision for an independent India, and the impact of his leadership on India after 1947. Especially, his achievements and failures are discussed in detail.

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?..."

Jawaharlal Nehru - A Brief Biography

Sunday, February 4, 2024

 


This video discusses the making of Jawaharlal Nehru, his role in the freedom movement in India, and his contributions to nation-building. For other topics related to his life, please watch other videos on this channel. A new video on the relationship between Nehru and Edwina Mountbatten is in the pipeline. 

Motilal and Jawahar: A Father's Dream

Thursday, January 25, 2024


This video provides a glimpse of the day when a call for Complete Independence (Purna Swaraj) from the British Raj was given, and an announcement was made to celebrate the first Independence Day on 26 January 1930. This video is based on an article by Manish Singh, who writes on Facebook and Twitter under @RebornManish.

#26January #1929 #LahoreSession #Nehru #Gandhi

Nehru on Islam

Friday, January 19, 2024

 


In this video, I have discussed Nehru’s writings on Islam. His writings dispel the propaganda and disinformation that is currently being spread to discriminate and divide Indian citizens.  Nehru was the Prime Minister of a country where people followed diverse faiths and religious traditions. He was the Prime Minister of all, not just one religion or sect.

Jawaharlal Nehru and Swami Vivekananda: Friends or Adversaries?

Friday, January 12, 2024

 



In the rich tapestry of India's history, Nehru and Vivekananda stand as distinct yet interconnected figures, but were there any similarities between them? Watch this video to learn more about them.

Jawaharlal Nehru: What is Hinduism?

Saturday, January 6, 2024

 


Hinduism is pluralistic, and this contributes to the beauty and tenacity of this religion. This video is based on a short chapter written by Jawaharlal Nehru in The Discovery of India. Through it, we learn a brief history and some important concepts of Hinduism. Nehru's Hinduism promotes love for the entire humanity. It raises human beings above the divisions and hatred propagated by a few of the narrow-minded religious and political leaders and their followers in the name of Hinduism.

YouTube @NehruScholar Success Story: 2023 in Review