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09 Jun 2023 20:32

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Cultural differences are a natural part of our diverse world

Cultural differences are a natural part of our diverse world, and they can bring richness and variety to our lives. While we may have different traditions, beliefs, languages, and customs, it is indeed possible for us to be united despite these differences.
Unity can be fostered through mutual respect, understanding, and appreciation for one another's cultures. When we take the time to learn about and appreciate different perspectives, we can bridge the gaps that may exist between us. By focusing on our shared values, goals, and aspirations, we can find common ground and build strong connections.
It's important to recognize that unity does not mean uniformity. We can celebrate our differences while still working together towards common goals, such as promoting peace, justice, and equality. When we embrace diversity and inclusivity, we create a society that is more tolerant, compassionate, and harmonious.
Ultimately, the strength of our unity lies in our ability to recognize and value the contributions of all individuals, regardless of their cultural backgrounds. By embracing our shared humanity and working together, we can overcome challenges, foster collaboration, and create a brighter future for all.

#773603

10 Jun 2023 16:15

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The author has dealt in how unity can be restored even if we have the diverse cultures. Yes, the same can be achieved with the proper understanding and appreciation of other cultures. This is the foremost part and the other part is our interest towards learning the other cultures. If we have that much passion to know the details of other cultures, we can clearly how our cultures differ with the other ones.
Take an example of understanding the Gujarati Culture, if we are so much interested to be familiar with the different aspects of this culture, we need to go over that region and should mark how they are talking, mingling with one another. A close observation by living over in that region would help us to understand the Gujarati people in a much better way. This is applicable to the different cultures such as Bengali, Punjabi, Oriya, Tamil etc.
Moreover, our hearts should be enlarged enough to accommodate the goodness of other cultures and if we could do so, unity will definitely restore sinking our differences of any form.

#773610

10 Jun 2023 17:57

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Unity in diversity. India as a country stands as the best example of this. There are different faiths, castes and creeds. But people tolerate each other very well and go together. I know Hindus participating actively in Muslim festival celebrations and similarly Muslims celebrating Hindu festivals. Only because of the involvement of politicians, sometimes some issues may crop up. Otherwise, there is no problem as such.
I agree with the author that unity is not uniformity. Differences will always be there and we can't avoid. One can follow their own faiths but respecting the culture and faiths of others is a very important point.

drrao
always confident

#773619

11 Jun 2023 10:07

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Quote: "It's important to recognize that unity does not mean uniformity"

Unity is to be achieved not by preaching uniformity but by integrating the variety. The variety should not be annihilated to achieve unity. Present day politicians in our country should understand this basic principle.

#773622

11 Jun 2023 10:31

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This suits mostly Asian countries. where most European countries do not support the context of unity in diversity and also some Asian countries. In India, the state of India itself has many communities, languages, Castes etc. Assam has many communities like Bodo, Garo, Karbi, Gorkhali, Missing, Keot, Deuri, Rabha, Ahom, etc and they have their languages, custom, and tradition.

#773638

12 Jun 2023 05:59

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There are various cultures, religions, societies, and social systems across the world. Most of the people belonging to a particular group follow the traditions and practices of that group and identify themselves by aligning with that social system. These differences are always there and people should try to live with others by following their own culture and traditions as well respecting the other cultures. So far so good but when these differences are exploited by some politically ambitious people then problems of all sorts arise in this world. In past also the ambitions kings invaded other countries to increase their land and enlarge their kingdoms. Some of them even believed that their culture was the best and others should follow. Due to these selfish and authoritative tendencies all sorts of conflicts and confrontations arose in this world. Otherwise, there is no problem in co-existing even after having differences in our cultures and traditions.

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Cultural differences are a natural part of our diverse world

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