Dear Himanshu,
I see many times your contribution to the forum. I like it all the times.
Now jokes have been shifted from "sardar" to Santa Singh-Banta Singh.
Some magazines use following characters to create humour -
Juharmal Marwadi, Karsan Kadka (Gujarati) , Santa Singh-Banta Singh etc..
The moment we read the above names; we get pleased instantly.
When we use certain names; it becomes the identity of the subject-matter. Like Akbar-Birbal's conversation with the added flavour of intelligence.
Practically each one Indian like and respect Sardarji although it is true that humour has been created by using the character of SARDARJI. In my opinion; we don't look whole Sardar Community as funny.
We should not forget that one Sardar Gyani Jail Singh has remained President of India and presently our prime minister is Sardar Manmohan Singh. The great economist Sardar Montek Singh is also well known. We proudly remember Bhagat Singh also.
Humour is the necessity of life. This is a gift to mankind by God. No other living creature can laugh except mankind. Although we see some animals crying.
On the same line; Marwadis have been shown as "Makkhichoos" practically which is not true. See the various TV serials now-a-days which show the great culture of Rajasthan and it is liked by all. If one visits the citis and villages of Rajasthan; he will find so many charitable institutions run by them since last more than 50 years! Most of the 'GAUSHALAS' are run by them, for example. One should not forget Birlas' contribution in the initial industrial growht of the country. Still thus family don't misuse money.
If one visits the villages of Rajasthan; you will find the love and affection between people. Despite all odds; this community have been able to flourish due to hard labour. This is the only community which recognized value of money. Tell me who don't consider the value of money now-a-days.
I ask one question; why every Indian rush for free items if offered ?
So, the matter which you raised is not so important. We all are one and same. Can anyone say that we don't respect each other ?
I respect your views looking to the fact that you are a student. I am proud of you that you raise such issues in your student life.
Thanks.
CAclubindia
