Tolerance in Indian Society: Implications on Society, Natural Resources and Lifestyle

Abstract

Tolerance levels are one of the major concerns for the global society. Generally, the world witnesses attacks motivated by intolerance for immigrants, women or people belonging to certain religions or ethnic groups. India is the largest democracy in the world and tolerance is one of the precise and direct measurements of democratic performance, hence studying tolerance level and its implications becomes critical. Contrary to hype created by media, tolerance has been part of Indian society; it has given a distinct identity to nation. India is a nation that is birth place of concepts like “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” which means entire world constitutes a family.

Keywords: India, Tolerance, Government, Change

JEL Classification: A13, B15, N55, Q40, O20