The Hindu Concept of Human Rights
The Hindu Concept of Human Rights
Author(s): S. V. Puntambekar
Subject(s): International Law, Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
Published by: CEEOL Digital Reproductions / Collections
Summary/Abstract: The proper study of mankind is man. There is something more in man than is apparent in his ordinary consciousness and behaviour under a given system of environment, something which frames ideals and values of life. There is in him a finer spiritual presence which makes him dissatisfied with merely earthly pursuits. The ordinary condition of man is not his ultimate being. He has in him a deeper self, call it soul or spirit. In each being dwells a light and inspiration which no power can extinguish, which is benign and tolerant, and which is the real man. It is our business to discover him, protect him and see that he is utilised for his own and humanity’s welfare. It is the nature of this man to search for the true, the good and the beautiful in life, to esteem them properly and to strive for them continuously.
Book: HUMAN RIGHTS - Comments and Interpretations. A Symposium edited by UNESCO
- Page Range: 195-198
- Page Count: 4
- Publication Year: 1949
- Language: English
- Content File-PDF
