Thursday, December 15, 2005

Politics

Money is one of the biggest source of power. One power attracts other powers. We all know that what we see is not all. There are activities we will never know. People have money. They want to buy something of their use. They can buy a country if peoples representatives are ready. They do. They all are not foreigners. This is not the age of imperialism or empires. No need of building empires. Some of our own people have vested interests. It was in all ages. It will remain in future too. What we need a transparent system. No need of being too puritan or idealist. A system of political donations should be created. Every one either a company or individual has a right to ask questions in the Parliament through their representative. I see no harm even if I spend some money to get my question asked. Issue is what is the question, how it is being listed, does it got preference over more important questions etc.Commercial people also have a right to ask questions.
It would be good if parties and individuals are allowed to take donations, maintain their accounts, pay income tax, spend money on research on social, commercial or whatever issue. Keep everything transparent. Peoples representatives are very important people. They are answerable to people, but people should be informed. Are We? Do we discuss things in pragmatic manner. India is a land of spiritualism. We escape reality. Let us come forward. Read, write and discuss issues in realistic frame.
India is a huge democracy. More than one billion people, most of them illiterate, un skilled, absolute poor. A small middle class looks after their interests. This class is irresponsible. They can do miracles, but they do'nt.