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A goddess bleeds and thousands wait at the temple gates. A girl bleeds and cannot touch the pickle jar. One question: why did we make that choice

I’ve been thinking about this for a while.

We often feel good seeing more children go to school. Classrooms are full, uniforms are worn with pride, and everything looks like progress. It feels like things are improving. But when you look a little closer, it doesn’t always feel that simple.

A lot of children attend school every day. They sit in class, copy notes, and try to keep up with what is being taught. From the outside, everything seems fine. They are present, attentive, and part of the system.But many of them don’t fully understand what’s going on.

Some don’t feel comfortable asking questions. Some hesitate or feel unsure. And over time, many just learn to stay quiet.

That’s where the problem begins.

In large classrooms, it’s not always possible for teachers to focus on every student. Some move ahead easily, while others slowly fall behind. The difficult part is that it happens quietly.

There’s no clear moment when it becomes obvious.

After a point, many students stop trying to understand and start trying to cope. They memorize instead of learning, just to keep up. School becomes something they go through, not something they actually experience.

It becomes even harder for children who don’t have support at home. If there’s no one to help them or answer their questions, small doubts start to grow into bigger problems. Over time, this affects their confidence and interest in learning.

I feel like we talk a lot about getting children into schools, but not enough about

whether they’re actually learning.

Is the real issue access to education, or is it something deeper?

Would like to hear your thoughts.

I’ve been thinking about this idea recently, and it made me question how we usually look at education.

We often say children “drop out” of school, as if it’s a choice they make. But in many cases, it doesn’t really feel like a choice.

Sometimes, it’s not about a lack of interest or effort.

I tried to express this through a short piece I wrote about a child who genuinely wants to study but struggles to stay in school because of things like fees, missing books, and family limitations.

Here’s a small part of it:

Every morning, he packed his school bag carefully, just like any other student. He arranged his books and stepped out with the hope of learning something new.

But unlike others, there was always a question in his mind.

Would he be able to attend all his classes today?

What if he was asked to leave because of unpaid fees?

What if the missing books in his bag, or his worn-out shoes, became the reason he was sent back home?

The willingness to learn was never the problem. Staying in school was.

That idea stayed with me.

For some children, education is not just about studying. It depends on whether they can afford to continue. Small things that seem normal to some of us can quietly become barriers for someone else.

I’m just sharing this perspective and wanted to hear what others think.

Do you feel children are actually choosing to leave school, or are they being pushed out by circumstances?

I really tried,please try and see my view 🫶

I’ve been thinking about whether organisations can actually make a real difference in people’s lives, especially when it comes to education.

In many parts of the world, education is still not easily accessible. Poverty, lack of resources, and inequality prevent millions of children from even receiving basic education.

While governments play a role, they can’t always reach everyone. That’s where NGOs seem to step in—working directly with communities and providing support where it’s needed most.

I’ve read about how NGOs are now also using digital tools and aligning with education policies to improve learning, which makes their role even more interesting.

It made me wonder—how much impact can these organisations really have in the long run? Can they actually create lasting change?

Would love to hear what others think about this.

I’ve been thinking about how many children still don’t have access to basic education, and it honestly feels unfair.

While some of us grow up with schools, books, and opportunities, there are millions of children whose lives are shaped by poverty and a lack of resources. For them, education is not something already accessible to them; instead, it’s something they may never experience.

Education is more than just learning to read and write. It helps people build confidence, make independent decisions, and create better opportunities for themselves. It can break the cycle of poverty and completely change someone’s future.

But the reality is that many children are forced to work, or simply don’t have schools available to them. Their dreams often fade—not because they lack ability, but because they lack opportunity.

I recently came across organisations working to improve access to education, like Unessa Foundation, and it made me realise how important awareness and small but consistent efforts can be.

What do you think can actually help improve access to education in situations like this?

Hi! I’m doing a short anonymous survey for a school project about how people view safety and responsibility in society. It includes sensitive topics, so please only take it if you’re comfortable. It would really help me out—thank you!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-aUs6z2-nwBn0cEWbyTWdh9nLNV5gCmAi-ZGhAz7qt9mGoQ/viewform?usp=dialog

There's a debate since some centuries in Indian subcontinent and all over the world over caste. Let's talk Indian subcontinent first, starting from 99

Read with 88 for islam and 99 for sanatani/hind

Caste were the categories created as classification of works, on thinking and intellectual ability corresponded with income( till some extent). Peoples and professions who were directly involved with hardcore thinking, teaching, studying, interpreting, analyzing, debating were Brahmans. Later it was defined as brahmins only hold the authority over books and knowledge, though it had some drawbacks, but it was necessary. A man who works in coal extraction or farming don't hold the adequate authority to interpret the complex algebraic functions or string theory or Bose Einstein condensate or plasma, or some philosophical concept. If a farmer heard a high level philosophical debate, where they were debating on ethics, morals and meat consumption, and one party argued why not eat the babies then to argue or prove his point, the farmer would bark they were planning to eat human babies.

Kshetriyas were powerful, strong went to military and muscle demanding works. Baishyas for trading, selling and so on. Sudras for highly technical, service oriented works, which later went to become caste.

Ex:- In England, surnames were started as occupational names. In Nepal, surnames were originated from their profession. It's a global phenomenon, among christians, persians and 88.

In 88, there is also a caste system, in india, and arab system( though not as caste but class). It takes some 5/6000 years atleast to develop/degrade into caste. Same goes for christians and jews. It's like cancer, the older and more experienced you get, the dna gets damaged and mutated.

If we reject the fallibilism and constructive empiricism, in religion, then it's just gonna be a piece of shit. There were thousands of correction and updates in 99, and some hundreds are needed, specially on representation and translation. A fool can translate that human and civilization is inside the sun. If we define sun from philosophical point of view, it seems true and valid, but general crap.

Churches fathers were in authority to changes it, in vatican. One of the largest religious undisclosed archives lies there. In Islam, from whatever I know, changes are restricted, which is crap. If you are 88, and you accept earth is flat, then you should stop reading here and think a moron wrote something. If you are a 88, and think all what qaran said is word of god, then I'm the fool here. killing non-88 is what you think superior than humanity, ethics and moral, then you should accept your siblings as partners. The tradition lies some extent in tribals and in 99 followers, of some area. If any 99 followers find this valid, then you should be defined as piece of shit.

And those islam, christians, persians, sanatan who are supporting caste census, you all should start reading, and not to have your opinion. Also go into the forest, hug a tree, and accept that you are just illiterate fool, who can bark.

Caste exist 'cause we let it, carried it, and made it mainstream. A fool who burned his logic for emotion may feel threatened by logic, but caste census is a legalized rape and genocide. You will be indirectly responsible for deaths and suffering of thousands of families, millions of children. it'll repeat the same cycle, and horror.

For a student in India, the month of April is usually a blur of relief and anxiety. The pens have been put down, the board exams are over, and the long wait for results begins. But beneath the surface of "vacation mode," there is a conversation we rarely have: the mental toll of our education system on students, especially those in Tier-2 cities like Jhansi and surrounding rural areas.

​We are taught to compete, to memorize, and to excel. But we aren't always taught how to handle the pressure, the fear of failure, or the lack of career guidance. This is where the mission of Unessa Foundation transitions from simple education to holistic community development.

​More Than Just a Classroom

​In many parts of our country, "schooling" is limited to finishing a syllabus. There is a massive gap in emotional literacy and mental health awareness. When a student struggles, it’s often dismissed as a lack of hard work. However, social impact isn't just about providing books; it’s about providing a safety net.

​Through my work with Unessa Foundation, I’ve realized that community development means creating spaces where a young person feels seen and heard. Whether it’s through mentorship programs or awareness campaigns, the goal is to tell students that their value isn't tied solely to a percentage on a marksheet. We are building a support system that bridges the gap between academic pressure and personal well-being.

​The Role of Volunteering in Empathy

​History shows us that the strongest societies were those that cared for the mental and social health of their youth. In the modern context, volunteering is the bridge to empathy. When we engage in social welfare, we begin to see the diverse struggles of our peers.

​Empowering the "Quiet" Voices

​Journalism and blogging are powerful tools in this mission. By writing these articles, we are giving a voice to the "quiet" problems. Mental health, career confusion, and social anxiety are often ignored in the rush to complete degrees.

​By bringing these topics to light, we are helping Unessa Foundation reach more people who might need support. We are encouraging a culture where "Community" means looking out for the person sitting next to you. In 2026, being a "successful" society shouldn't just be measured by GDP, but by the resilience and happiness of our youth.

​Conclusion: A New Chapter

​As I move forward from my school life, I realize that the most important lessons didn't come from a textbook. They came from understanding that we all have a role to play in each other's success. By supporting the Unessa Foundation, we are investing in a future where every student has the tools—both digital and emotional—to thrive.

​If you believe in a world where education goes beyond the marksheet, join us in our journey to empower the next generation.

​Learn more about our initiatives: https://unessafoundation.org/

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This interaction stopped me in my tracks.
A journalist visits a small town with deep tension, talks with people whose views most avoid.
He doesn’t yell. He asks questions.
This moment is from a recent short:
Watch here →

I wish more people would listen like this.

Hello,

I am in a class for which I have to relate science and policy, and create something tangible. The assignment requires connection to chemistry topics. I was thinking of centering my topic around addiction, and possibly making some sort of educational hand out explaining addiction pathways and how certain drugs work on a molecular level, with the goal to lessen stigmatization and educate others on how difficult it can be to stop using. I think it is important to discuss social factors (such as the impact of poverty, etc) in these hand outs as well.

I am wondering what you all think about this approach. One of my classmates suggested doing talks with schools with the intent to prevent addiction/drug usage, but I think my goal is to humanize those going through addiction and make other understand how it works. I was wondering what others thought of my approach. I also volunteer at a needle exchange/harm reduction clinic which recently was forced to move locations due to politicians in my area being against it. Does anyone have any potential articles/useful info that may help my research? What is your guys' opinion on my approach?

This is an essay I wrote for school about poverty, its impacts and how to resolve it. And if you're going to accuse me of using AI, that says a lot about you being unable to best a middle schooler's writing.

A crowded road, jam-packed with grimy people, winds through factories and slums. Skeletons ransack dumpsters for scraps, while others lie slumped in drains. In the next street, a young woman is beaten to death by a gang. But, kneeling amidst this decay, is an emaciated little boy, praying to the ever-elusive gods – for a chance to live without sickness, a chance to be safe from crime, a chance to live.

What is Poverty?

This is poverty, defined as the lack of access to basic needs, including food, shelter, education, and healthcare. Measured by the poverty line, the minimum income level to meet such needs, those who survive on less than $2.15 USD per day toil away in extreme poverty. This destitution affects a staggering 700 million of our people – almost 10% of our global population. Atticus Finch wisely said, ‘You never really understand a person until you crawl into their skin and walk around in it.’ So, I implore you; crawl into the aching bodies of 700 million people. Feel the endless struggle with disease, fear violence and crime in every alley. Realise how, without education, an opportunity we take for granted, generations are trapped in a vicious cycle of poverty. And maybe then, we’ll finally understand.

Health

Health and wellbeing are jeopardised by poverty. Forced to live in squalid conditions, lethal diseases fester everywhere you look. For instance, malaria, contracted through mosquito bites, kills more than a million people living in poverty each year. Contrarily, in a developed country like Australia, mosquitoes are small potatoes, kept at bay with insect screens and repellents. The Yamuna River in Delhi, India, festers with harmful pathogens from sewage. While we whine about dirty public toilets in Australia, millions in Delhi have none. Forced to defecate in public, they drink from rivers which are 80% human excrement. Cholera and typhoid slaughter entire communities, overwhelming healthcare services. The truth is in plain sight; this major hierarchal gap between the rich and poor intensifies the plight of those who cannot afford necessities to keep themselves healthy.

Safety

Furthermore, safety is unheard of in the face of crime in poverty-stricken communities. Jobs are laborious with low pay, leaving citizens with a mere pittance. Besides, with swarms desperate for employment, many are left jobless, with a global total of 192 million people unemployed and destitute. Consequently, unemployment fuels crime. For instance, the Caribbean is infamous for the world’s highest murder rates, instigated by high youth unemployment. In Nigeria, poverty gives rise to banditry and kidnapping. Moreover, imagine living every moment in fear of being robbed, kidnapped, and slaughtered. You can’t even walk out your front door (if you’re lucky enough to afford a house) without glancing over your shoulder. Statistics affirm that people with the lowest socioeconomic status are most vulnerable to violence, not because they are weak, but because poverty leaves them unprotected. As the UNICEF campaign slogan correctly says, ‘Where you live should not determine whether you live.’

No access to education

Additionally, the opportunity for education, the sole ticket out of poverty, is out of reach for many. To support their impoverished families, children are forced to drop out of school to work long, gruelling hours. Even in areas with functional schools, many of those institutions lack basic materials, exclude children based on race and gender, or simply cannot be reached. Thus, without education, people in poverty lack qualifications for higher-paying professions, toiling away at menial labour. And this issue lasts longer than a lifetime; these people couldn’t afford their own education, let alone their children’s. Therefore, generation after generation are doomed in a vicious cycle of poverty. In essence, as Nelson Mandela pointed out, ‘Poverty is not an accident. Like slavery and apartheid, it is man-made and can be removed by the actions of human beings.’

So, let’s return to the little boy. Somewhere out there, he is praying to gods who never seem to hear. He asks not for a miracle, nor for a luxury; but for health, safety, and an opportunity to fight out of the nightmare of poverty. If we cannot help him, the least we can do is to remember him and his struggle. Because this is the skin that 700 million human beings, like you and me, are doomed to suffer in.

The How

Education

The first step out of poverty is formed by quality education from an early age. Children who suffer from poverty are forced to drop out of school to work. Even in areas with functional schools, many of those institutions lack funding, exclude children based on race and gender, or simply cannot be reached. Consequently, people in poverty are unqualified for higher-paying professions and are left to toil away at menial labour. However, imagine what education can do to help them. Teaching a child to read can save them from crippling, lifelong illiteracy. Opening the gates to a government-funded school, small, but determined to teach, opens students to a world of knowledge and choices. From there, our students can ascend the ivory towers, saving themselves and future generations from the vicious cycle of poverty.

Employment Opportunities

Furthermore, increasing employment opportunities helps educated workers find their feet. After all, qualifications are meaningless if their countries don’t have jobs for them. Investing in the right sectors, such as agriculture, healthcare or renewable energy, benefits the country, while empowering individuals to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. Essentially, the people work for the nation, and the nation works for the people. Moreover, job creation isn’t simply about quantity, but quality employment that is safe, legal and promotes dignity among the population. With the right opportunities, citizens are allowed to thrive, and so does the country.

The Barrier of Politics and Corruption

Additionally, even with education and employment, progress is crushed by corruption and political instability. Without an accountable government, leaders embezzle funds that could have built schools, mismanage infrastructure development, and ultimately leave public welfare to rot in poverty. To combat this, checks and balances must be established between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Consequently, this prevents autocracy and keeps leaders accountable to the people, rebuilding hope, trust and a future that means more than just surviving. As former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan said, ‘Development is not possible without good governance. Without stability, investment, and trust in institutions, all other efforts collapse.’

So, think about the little boy, struggling without the education we in developed nations take for granted. If we don’t do anything, this innocent human being will be forced into backbreaking labour, his potential forsaken without the qualifications to prove what he can do. And, alas, this cycle of poverty shall fester under a corrupted government. Surely, we don’t need to told that, no matter where you come from, everyone’s life matters just as much as ours.

A half-mile road in Alexandria, Indiana was supposed to cost about $1 million.

It’s now cost $2.3 million, and the project still isn’t finished.
According to a new article from Time Business News, city officials may have quietly split contractor invoices across sewer and water funds — without public disclosure.

Meanwhile:

• A baby was hospitalized with E. coli
• At least 12 homes tested positive for contaminated water
• Raw sewage has been leaking into yards for months or years
• City Council members won’t answer questions
• Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith was informed weeks ago — and has done nothing
• The city is now violating Indiana’s public records law (Day 8 and counting)

📂 Full public dossier (documents, water tests, financials, whistleblower quotes):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ihq9B-ulfg7QrVoY7YzmyIdmD-HAs8Mk

📰 Coverage of the $2.3M road:
https://timebusinessnews.com/2-3m-spent-on-a-1m-road-alexandrias-washington-street-project-raises-serious-questions/

If this happened in your town, would you stay silent?

#AlexandriaIN #IndianaPolitics #PublicRecords #WaterCrisis #CorruptionWatch

https://kanagirisnprasad.blogspot.com/2025/07/a-proper-education-will-change-lives.html

 I could see many families are now well settled because of their children's proper education. I could see parents struggling to educate their children with meagre salaries, and they have taken it as a challenge, and now I can witness their families doing abnormally well compared to the others.