Who is a Hindu? How does one deal the problem of caste that divides and discriminates against people?
Amma: Whoever believes in love, peace and selflessness is a Hindu. People who really want to create a change should selflessly and courageously come forward to fight such discrimination. Only when we set an example will others feel inspired and support us unconditionally. Q13: What is Hinduism? And how is the Hindutva that certain political parties try to espouse different from that? Amma: Hinduism is a way of living. It is living in accordance with the laws of nature, observing dharma and creating a balance between the body, mind and inner-Self. However, different people have different concepts about being a Hindu. For some, selflessly serving one”s nation and its people is Hindutva. Whatever it is, the most important thing is selflessness and purity in word and deed. Q14: When does religion unite? When does religion divide? With so much religious strife around, what can India offer to the world? Amma: When everyone accepts love and compassion as the essential principle of life that
