Institute for Social Democracy (ISD), came into existence against the backdrop of unprecedented violent conflicts South Asia has witnessed over the last few decades. With an intention to safeguard the thousands of men, women, and children who've fallen victim to this madness, ISD initiates activities amongst them that encompass their key slogan of "Peace, Harmony and Democracy". As the renowned poet, Pablo Neruda says:...
In the year 1982, the international community came forward to observe the International Day of Peace, to take collective initiatives for fostering peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence and ceasefire. However, the world today is shook by the horrors of unending conflicts and unleashing devastations. As horrific incidents of violence continue to plague us, there have been those who dared to stand up against the evils of society. Hence, this issue includes South Asian experiences with peace and conflict, and celebrates the chronicles of individuals, artists, activists and leaders who aim to restore, as well as characterize the need for peace and harmony...
ये जंग तेल पे क़ब्ज़े की जंग है, लेकिन ये जंग मजलिस-ए-अक़वाम के ख़िलाफ़ भी है, वो चाहते हैं कि ये जंग ख़त्म हो न कभी, अजन्मे कोख के बच्चे चुकाएं हर क़ीमत, बिछाएं लाशें तो यूं हो, ज़मीन छोटी पड़े, बहे जो ख़ून तो भर जाए उस से हर साग़र...
Starting from thousands of years old Indus Valley civilization -that flourished all over Northern India- uncountable number of people, conquers and settlers, pilgrims and students have entered the Indian plains from the highlands of Asia. They have significantly influenced life, culture and politics. They all have been absorbed and accommodated to make the Indian society diverse and cosmopolitan. Even after all the changes, India still has maintained its own unique self...