JINGOISM; ERASE IT BEFORE IT RISE

A note on the chauvinistic love we shower upon our country which is a matter that needs thorough research.


The stature of a country is often denoted by the mixture of many elements, like; the framework, the foundation, the history, its people, its political structure, geography, environmental concerns etc..We are bounded by duties and rights, Some take it by the spirit of a hierarchical compulsion and some take it for name sake.

But the matter of concern is not this. Its the manner we celebate the living in the country. The fact that country is not a feeling but a geographical portion where we live; a location  of our birth, has to be fostered and taught. How could a country be a feeling??... Its patriotism that is the feeling and it means a strong love to the nation. While it does not state that denying the welfare of a neighboring country is patriotism, It isnt!!!!

And fairly, strongly hating a neighbour country is mere feel of jingoism, its chavnism that take you to a height that you find the next country on list awkard by its structure, policies and existence. When flying abroad and working with people of different countries and states sound normal to us. Shouldn't be the acceptance of them as a part of the world sound extremely perfect???.

Terrorism, corruption and violence aren't attached  with any country's name. These are societies or groups that the world has to deal with or fight with to maintain harmony. A recent Indian Magazine cover page potrayed an image of a pakistani personality with a slap mark on his face; so as to prove that India is stronger as per the perception of the hands that designed it, this cover is pure example of Jingoism.

THE BRIMMING NATIONALISM

Anything above the level of normalcy has to be examined, this is a fact we all agree. We stay silent because we know there is a lot more to learn and this is the normalcy level. When we think we are done with learning that's where the abnormal pace starts. When you feel your country has no more scope of improvement as its done with the learning; this has to be examined.

When you think you are a nationalist surging with proud about your country that you would even raise sword against the one who speak of its shortcomings, this is'nt the spirit of nationalism. Its infact mere chauvinism covered in a fake mask of nationalism. Adapting to the weather conditions with ease is far and different from adapting to the crime environment around.

Actions are meant to be taken; intolerance to injustices is commendable; it isn't a matter of shame. Global citizens are we, dont you think??? It could have been a different system, another scenario if u could have been born in another country. Its all just like that. Let's stay so...!!!!!

- ATHIRA ELSSA JOHNSON