Might makes Right

                        The phrase, 'Might makes right' is an aphorism. It has several potential meanings

 but, usually, it conveys a negative meaning. One of the shades of the meanings is ' the blend of            misuse of power coupled with domination. It is unfortunate that the

society's view of right and wrong is decided by people who are currently in power. Historical instances

which are convenient tools to fool the public or to tame any revolution that might emerge.

           For centuries, the axiom has been exploited in various ways. Legal establishments remain upto the

paper. People, who get elevated to power, begin to explore the various of fooling the people who vote them

to power.


            It is unfortunate that still the rich, and those with political power, have their say. The common man, busy

with the business of making his bread and butter, do not find time enough to question the wrong social

 practices, which have become a part of  global tradition. The power of the protests and processions remain

short-lived. Moreover, most of the protests and processions are not vital because they are fuelled by the

politicians in the opposition, for their selfish goals. In some cases, the enraged protests are used by the losers

(in the election) to overthrow the ruling government. Finally, the developments give rise, only to substitute

one greedy ruler with another greedy one. Elections get conducted from the grass root-level to the highest

rung, in a fair way, but the rulers from the rural level to the highest level of the political hierarchy, manage to

convert the democratic process into a race for greed.

           Even, the successful movements and revolutions of the past have given benefit to the privileged

sections of the society. Very little has been done in the direction of narrowing the gap between the rich and

the poor. Thus, achieving a balanced economy, always remains a uncherished dream. In fact, a balanced

economy is not a target that is achieved, and left uncared. A balanced economy, even if achieved, would

grow like a plant that is left unchecked. As such, it should be pruned from time to time. This is not possible

without the social awareness of the ruled. Also, the political will of the rulers become inevitable in propelling

the economy in a balanced manner.

             The experiences of the past and the present, are enough to understand that the opinions of

philosophers should not be taken for granted. Malicious opinions should be curbed down instead of

emasculating them with justice. The past social practices have seasoned the generations to such an extent that

hardly, is there any room left for redefining things. This further, hinders any chance to dismantle the abstract

evil constructions. Much damage has been done to the social system. Philosophies, though the product of the
refined reflections of the instincts of man, cannot remain entirely free from errors. Errors take the shape of

obsessions and defective perspectives, and manage to creep in. Once, being patronized, it becomes highly

difficult modify them. But, if left unmodified, can potentially injure the society, socially and economically.

             The time has come for 'think new, live new'.