– Akhilesh Tripathi
Lucknow: Saints and sadhus have jointly drafted a 501-page ‘constitution’ aimed at establishing India as a ‘Hindu nation’. This document, inspired by principles from Ram Rajya, Krishna’s governance, Manusmriti, and Chanakya’s Arthashastra, will be unveiled on February 3, Vasant Panchami, during the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj.
The drafting committee included 25 scholars from across India, representing institutions like Banaras Hindu University and Sampurnanand Sanskrit University. The process took 12 months and 12 days under the guidance of Shambhavi Peethadheeshwar Swami Anand Swaroop Maharaj, who emphasised the constitution’s adherence to Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family) and Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah (may all be happy).
The document envisions India to remain a republic, with the head of state chosen through elections by Dharma Sansad members. Voting age will be reduced to 16 years, and Dharma Sansad members will be elected from 543 constituencies. Candidates must be Gurukul-educated and free from criminal records. A Hindu judicial system, rooted in ancient traditions, will replace the current structure. Judges will be Gurukul-trained legal experts, ensuring swift and fair justice. The Vedic Gurukul system will replace English-medium schools. Government-funded madrasas will be closed. Military education will be mandatory for all citizens. Agriculture will be tax-exempt, and the current tax system will be replaced. The constitution promotes a karma-based Varna system, abolition of the caste system, encouragement of joint families, and inheritance based on performing Shraddha rituals.
The document allows followers of Sanatan Dharma, Jainism, Buddhism, and Sikhism to participate in elections, while others will not have voting rights. It ensures rights for all residents while imposing strict penalties for anti-national activities.
Swami Anand Swaroop Maharaj aims to have the central government adopt this constitution, with a vision to declare India a ‘Hindu nation’ by 2035. The draft has received approvals from Shankaracharyas, including Swami Nischalananda Saraswati of Govardhan Peeth, Puri.
This initiative seeks to establish a governance model rooted in ancient Hindu traditions while addressing modern administrative challenges.
