Parsanjeet KourAIR 11 · CSE 2022 · 177 wordsTheir whole copy
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Honesty is the act of being responsive and transparent in one's actions and efforts. It is an important attribute to lead a meaningful life as per Bhagwad Gita.
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Thomas Jefferson in this quotation remarks that honesty is the beginning to world of wisdom and help an individual to take good decisions and to develop his intellect.
An example is honesty of a student towards studies lead to commitment and this lead to growth of his wisdom and knowledge.
It was the honesty of M.K. Gandhi towards his teachers that introduced him to world of wisdom and ideals of
satyagraha and non-violence.
Honesty in deeds for commitment to the service of people translate to wisdom of equitable and fair utilization of resources and this result in inclusive environmental friendly growth.
Such attitude was seen in efforts of civil servants like IPS Narendra Kumar of Bihar and his anti-sand mining drive.
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Honesty is thus essence of meaningful life committed to transparency and openness. 2nd ARC recommendations about honesty in public life are sine qua non to cultivate it further.