Is non-violence relevant in 21st Century?

Non-violence is not the reflection of weakness or sign of defeat. On the contrary it is the powerful and peaceful language of protest. Non-violence is always been a part of Indian culture. However, Gandhiji demonstrated its power and effectiveness in his lifetime.

Non-violence has added many feathers in its cap. Many movements like Quit in India movement of 1942, America civil rights movement of 1960, movements led by Nelson Mandela in South Africa and many more, which changed the world, were driven by non-violence.

Its two decades now India is facing terrorism in Kashmir (Indians are enough tolerant!). We now ought to raise the question that how much non-violence can help the world which is split by violence. Could we change the minds of the terrorists by giving roses in return of bullets? Try changing the mind of Osama by going on a fast! Sometimes we need stringent actions to control the situation. Strict actions are immediate and effective but a temporary solution. We need the combination of the non-violence and the strict actions and use them depending upon the situation. In the end the aim is to build the peaceful and healthy ambience.