In English
People obey the whims of the moment
Uncontrolled living habits, unrestrained social behaviour - these are extolled as signs of freedom. It is only freedom to slide into the animal from which man has risen. The education system has not cared to instil the elevating ideas and ideals that fed Indian Culture for ages and so, youth is being guided into the bylanes of sensuous licence. People obey the whims and caprices of the moment; they do not delay to discriminate. When the ideals of detachment and simplicity were held forth as valid and valuable, India was really strong and happy; but, now, character has lost priority in the educational system. Animals have their seasons and reasons for behaviour; but, man does not pay heed to these. What has happened to the knowledge that has been accumulated by our sages and saints? What has happened to the wisdom enshrined in our scriptures? What has happened to the noble examples of the 'great men and women of the epics and ? Since they are ignored, life has become dry, barren and miserable. Restore them in the estimation of the people, and follow their teachings; life will again become useful and purposeful.