The World Through Rakesh Sharma's Eyes

  The Looming Threat of America's Electoral System: Why We Need Reform Now The USA: A Flawed Democracy As America approaches another critical election on November 5, 2024, the country's attention fixates on who will hold the highest office in the land. Yet, this election—like those before it—may still not be decided by the people but by a flawed electoral system. For decades, the Electoral College has repeatedly diverted from the popular vote, putting power in the hands of a system that does not necessarily reflect the majority's voice. Should a candidate who lacks the popular mandate ascend to the presidency again, the consequences could be catastrophic—a “doomsday” scenario that would intensify national divisions and potentially destabilize the country. In the last six elections, a clear majority of voters have leaned toward Democratic candidates, but due to the Electoral College, this preference translated into victory only half the time. The other three elections delive...

  Why Bother Voting? The Election’s Already Been Decided! Modi’s Hand-picked Spineless ECI This article calls for a boycott of future elections, focusing on the relentless erosion of India’s electoral integrity. If the Election Commission of India (ECI)—the supposed guardian of democracy—fails to deliver fair elections that earn public trust, then elections risk devolving into mere formalities. When opposition parties, which reflect the richness of India's diversity, cannot rely on the ECI to guarantee a level playing field, the entire democratic structure trembles. If India’s elections are fated to follow the path of predetermined regimes, as in Russia or China, perhaps it's time to accept the “God’s gift” of governance and call it a day. In a truly democratic society, election integrity is non-negotiable. The ECI’s role should be to uphold justice equally, scrutinizing both the ruling party and the opposition to ensure unbiased governance. However, when the ECI appears to shy...

  Diwali Under New Management: Celebrating the “Triumph” of Selective Goodness Wow Diwali Celebration Diwali is upon us, folks! Time to bring Ram back home after his legendary exile, light up our homes, and exchange sweets with friends and neighbors—well, as long as they belong to the right crowd. Who needs that old-fashioned, inclusive kindness anyway? Because, in case you missed it, India got its “rebirth” in 2014, and since then, we’ve redefined what it means to be “civilized.” A little hint: it’s about selective goodness, not the universal kind. Our new Ram isn’t the old idealistic one; he’s the one gracing the banners in Ayodhya, right there beside the ruling leader's larger-than-life photograph. Now, Diwali wouldn’t be complete without our annual contribution to the smog blanket, right? But, shockingly, some people are dialing back on the fireworks. Why? Science finally convinced them that breathing might actually be a necessity! Imagine that—realizing pollution is dangerous ...

  The Art of Ruling: A Masterclass in Governing the Spineless and Corrupt This is How the System Works Ah, the elegance of modern governance! It's a simple recipe really, and it works wonders when the people themselves are too timid to demand their own rights. The secret sauce? Stock the courts with judges whose backbone is as sturdy as overcooked pasta, fill the bureaucratic ranks with officials who measure success by the size of their bribes, and stuff law enforcement with officers ready to sacrifice whatever shreds of morality they have left. Presto! You’ve got yourself a government that will last forever – or at least as long as the people remain as apathetic as they are. It's a strategy perfected in places like Russia and China, where the idea of democracy is merely a façade to entertain the masses while power remains in the hands of a few. But why stop there? Even a fourth-grade educated street thug can be groomed into a 'leader.' Just hand him a script filled wit...

  India Back to the Dark Ages? Unmasking the Shadows Over Justice Wow, what a Change 10 Years Have Brought in India One of my dedicated readers, Ajay, recently shared thoughtful feedback on my blog, *When Justice Ascends: CJI Chandrachud’s Divine Courtroom Drama*. He kindly complimented my writing, suggesting that this theme "may be a reality in the next two to three years." I deeply appreciate Ajay’s comment, but there’s a crucial point that needs clarification. The reality of India’s judicial and democratic transformation hasn’t just emerged—it’s been taking root over the past decade. What we see today is less about new developments and more about what’s been hidden finally surfacing. CJI Chandrachud isn’t introducing fresh biases to the judiciary; he’s revealing a system that has gradually shifted, cloaked in ideological leanings that have been veiled from the public’s eye. For many, the BJP’s governance has appeared focused on "selling God" through policy. But i...

  Aam Aadmi Party vs. The Zombie Nation: India's Last Stand Against a Dead Democracy The Party That Refuses to Sell Its Soul India’s soul seems to be dead and buried, replaced by a nation of hollow men who blindly chant "jai jai jai jai Ram," believing it’ll somehow ward off the rot in our system. Here we have a society teetering on the edge, living in blissful denial while corruption, apathy, and outright betrayal ravage our so-called democracy. And amid this mess, only the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) stands up, stubbornly clinging to the quaint notion that integrity and patriotism still mean something in the halls of power. But make no mistake — this is not just a political party; it’s the last gasp of a dying dream, a spark of resistance in a land where morality and courage have taken permanent vacations. Yet, as heroic as it sounds, AAP faces its own unique problem: BJP loyalists lurking like undercover agents, sent in to sabotage, implode, and backstab from within. The BJP...

  When Justice Ascends: CJI Chandrachud’s Divine Courtroom Drama CJI D. Y. Chandrachud Seeking Divine Intervention in Legal Rulings The Modern-Day India India’s judiciary has always held a cherished reputation for grounding its verdicts in reason, the Constitution, and, you know, actual laws. But recent revelations from Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud have brought a refreshing twist to the entire process—no longer limited to mere mortals, it seems justice has ascended, quite literally, to divine inspiration. In a candid moment, the CJI admitted that his rulings weren’t just about boring legal statutes; he had, as he put it, received guidance from above. And not from the usual “above” that legal minds defer to, like a Supreme Court precedent, but from the realms of the celestial. It’s almost poetic, really. Imagine the scene: a packed courtroom, attorneys sweating over intricate legal arguments, weighed down by tomes of precedents, and there, at the helm, sits the CJI. But before any...

  पागल इंसान उठो उठो मेरे देशवासियों,  सुन लो अपने आपा की बात।  चीफ जस्टिस भारत का कहता,  भगवान चलता है उसके साथ।    जब पूछा अल्लाह के बारे,  इसको कुछ भी पता नहीं।  बार-बार ये राम दोहराता,  वही सब इसको दिखता है यहीं।    मानसिक रोग कहते हैं इसको,  जिसको ये सब दिखता है।  छोड़ दी कानून की पोथी इसने,  ये राम के नाम पे बिकता है।    सोचा था के इस पद पे ऐसे,  इंसान को बिठाना है।  देश का कानून मानेगा जो सब,  जहाँ इंसाफ़ जनता को दिलाना है।    इस पागल ने सब को बताया,  ये कभी भी वो इंसान ना था।  नफरत जिसके दिल में भरी थी,  जो बना हुआ है गुलाम उसका।    जनता अब जाकर इस से पूछे,  बताओ भगवान कैसा होता है?  जो इंसानों में नफरत भरता,  क्या ऐसा भी भगवान होता है?    अब सबको मालूम पड़ा है,  ऐसा इंसान चीफ जस्टिस कैसे बना।  देश बेचने वाले को जिसने,  कानून के दाई रे में दी पनाह।    ऐसे गद्दारों का भाइयों,  चेहरा सब नकाब करो।...

  Breaking News: CJI in Mental Institute Meet your CJI Chandrachur https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IfZB20Jils It’s time we face an uncomfortable reality: Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud is exhibiting symptoms that suggest he belongs in a mental health institution, not at the helm of India’s judiciary. His recent declaration that God is guiding his legal decisions raises serious concerns about his mental state. When someone entrusted with upholding the Constitution begins to invoke divine intervention as the source of their rulings, it is not just irresponsible—it’s delusional. For a man in such a powerful position to publicly claim that his legal decisions are dictated by God is a clear sign of a mental breakdown. This is not how laws are meant to be interpreted, and it’s certainly not how justice is served. In any other setting, someone making such claims would be subjected to a mental health evaluation, and rightfully so. The same must happen here. It is deeply tro...

  CJI Chandrachud: The Betrayal of Justice and the Collapse of Judicial Integrity Faces of the Corrupt System More than a year ago, I raised concerns about Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud’s failure to uphold justice—a concern that has only deepened with his selective intervention in cases that matter most to the integrity of Indian democracy. Yesterday, he was accused of lying, and just weeks ago, he hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a Ganesh Pooja at his residence—a symbolic gesture that speaks volumes about his troubling proximity to the ruling elite. But the most damning evidence against Chandrachud is his selective application of justice, revealing a man who acts only when it suits his interests or when pressured by political power. While Chandrachud has repeatedly failed to defend innocent people, his inaction is most glaring in the cases of opposition leaders like Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh, Hemant Soren, and Arvind Kejriwal. These men were arrested on...

  The Art of Political Cowardice: An Evening with Independent Thinkers (or So They Claim) Ah, the joy of spending an evening with people whose opinions are as informed as a gossip column. Yesterday, I had the "pleasure" of engaging with a group whose ideas about politics made me question how exactly India was overtaken by so many forces for thousands of years. Turns out, if you repeat a narrative enough time, the facts become irrelevant. But hey, at least the snacks were decent, dinner was tolerable, and I even got to play a card game—because the real game was avoiding intellectual conversation. Things started innocently enough. As the evening drifted into political conversation, someone asked me if I was a Democrat. I said yes, and even mentioned that I had donated to Kamala Harris. I foolishly assumed that because we all had roots in India, having Kamala—a woman of Indian descent—on the ticket might sway their vote. Silly me, thinking ethnic pride would factor into their ...

  मूर्ति पूजा और सनातन धर्म : एक सच्ची आध्यात्मिकता की ओर Connecting with Lord Shiva   हाल ही की चर्चाओं में कुछ लोगों ने मेरी मूर्ति पूजा पर राय को लेकर सवाल उठाया है , यह मानते हुए कि मैं सनातन धर्म के खिलाफ हूँ। मैं यह स्पष्ट करना चाहता हूँ कि मैं न तो मूर्ति पूजा का विरोधी हूँ और न ही उस सनातन धर्म के मूल सिद्धांतों का , जिन्हें मैंने समझा और अपनाया है। मेरे जीवन में धर्म के जिन मूल्यों ने मुझे दिशा दी है , वे सत्य , न्याय और सबके कल्याण पर आधारित हैं। जब मैं छोटा था , हो सकता है कि मैं हर प्रार्थना के अनुष्ठान में पूरी तरह शामिल न हुआ होऊं , लेकिन मैं हमेशा उस अंतिम भाग में उपस्थित रहता था , जहाँ धर्म का मुख्य संदेश दिया जाता था : धर्म का पालन करो , अधर्म का नाश करो , सभी प्राणियों का ध्यान रखो और इस पृथ्वी पर शांति के लिए प्रयास करो। यही वह सनातन धर्म है , जिसमें मैं पला - बढ़ा हूँ — एक ऐसा धर्म जो नैतिकता , न्याय और ...