Role of Youth in Transforming the Conflicts into Peace

[Campus]

Every society and country encounter with conflicts of various kinds and also at different levels. There is none of the society that is always conflict free in fact it can never be. The fact is that no society and country can ever become conflict free but yes, the conflicts have the probability to be ‘transformed’ into ‘peace and harmony’. A society can make efforts to bring peace and transformations. And to accomplish this task the society needs thoughtful and wise people who are energetic and who can employ their wisdom and patience in the way of bringing the peace. We certainly do not need outrageous and ferocious people who without understanding the things completely, deliriously rush to revolt and protest. Rather a thoughtful youth is required to come forward who is educated and positive, who is very capable of resolving the issues without creating any ado but knows very well how and where to utilize the intelligence and wisdom. Indian society is flooded with varied conflicts/issues; social, political, leadership, economic and national issues. And here the positive attitudes and immense energy of the youth should be channeled to bring conflict transformation, youth should be included in the peace building dialogues and discussions. And this surely needs to be done with proper guidance given to the youth, the youth needs to be taught the higher values and philosophies that aim at bringing peace all around.

 

[Ram]

Young Indians shouldn't allow themselves to be used for acts of violence and spreading hatred. Rather, they must work towards creating harmony , improving economic conditions & bringing peace and stability to the country. If channelized properly, youth energy and India's diversity can become a big competitive advantage relative to other economies.