With passing of the resolution in the Parliament on Lokpal Bill on 27th Aug’2011, India won a battle with itself! And every one won, some reluctantly and some pro-actively. While the world is witnessing violent protests against the high handed governance, the mini peaceful revolution witnessed across India - led by Anna Hazare and his team has further cemented the already strong and vibrant Indian democracy. The resilience shown by our Parliament too has set an example for other nations!
While declaring acceptance of the resolution and announcing the end of his 12- day long fast, Anna Hazare said that the battle is only half won and that the struggle will continue. But, in my view, it is only ‘a quarter win’. Another ‘1/4th win’ would be achieved - once the effective Lokpal Bill comes into existence, making it ‘a half win’. And remaining ‘half win’ would make it a ‘full win’ – only when the corrupting factors give way to a corruption-free India and India ranks proudly among the top ten in the Transparency International’s Corruption Perception Index!
Going by the recent ranking of India at 87th position by Transparency International, it is a difficult task for us. But, if we could fast-track rolling of the Lokpal Bill in Parliament by active participation of the common people, I feel – it is achievable.
Let us make a commitment to ourselves, may be in the ‘Wanted’ style of Salman Khan – Ek baar jo maine commitment kar dee, uske baad toh main khud ki bhi nahin suntaa!
But, it is much easier said than done. A lot of work needs to be done and undone!
It reminds me the famous lines from ‘Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening’ by Robert Frost : And miles to go before I sleep!
For us, it is - And miles to go before ‘We’ sleep!
Truly said i think its a wake up call for all indians and a proof of the fact "UNITED WE STAND"
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