Volume : 4, Issue : 11, November - 2015

From the Rule of Philosophy to Co-Existence: A Comparative study of Jacques Ranciere and Jeevan Vidya (Indian Philosophy)

Vikrant Rehani, Dr. Jagmeet Singh Bawa

Abstract :

<p>&nbsp;The selected ideas of a French philosopher- Jacques Ranciere like self-emancipation and equality are studied under the lens of Indian philosophy of Human Values popularly known as Jeevan Vidya, which is based on Madhayasth Darshan. It serves a crucial purpose of self identification and self exploration. This Indian philosophy targets on identifying the basic aspirations which are naturally acceptable to every individual without any external pressure, force or compulsion. The concept of self exploration can only be verified and validated through self identification and practical application into the daily life. The self dialogue on the basis of the experience ignites the transformation at the conscious and individual level .This self-verification ings and nurture the truthfulness in the life at an individual level, family level, societal level and the nature&rsquo;s level of existence. The focus is also on a million dollar question that who should lead society-a corrupt or a philosopher who in terms of Jeevan Vidya is a man of right understanding. This work delves into the role of politics and democracy in inging equality and emancipation in the society and vice a versa. Ranciere&rsquo;s call to the philosopher to emancipate his fellowmen from ignorance is the echoes of Plato&rsquo;s cave simile and the concept of Philosopher king. The concept of west have been revisited through the Indian lens of Jeevan Vidya to find long lasting and workable solution.</p>