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deeper studies. The necessity of such an interaction is very much required more than ever before in the context of the present materialistic world. Without the religious and spiritual touch the causes of modern science cannot be wiped out. It is essestial that a change in the behaviour and attitude of the people is brought about by the process of self-transformation and self-discipline. This can be achieved successfully through the process of meditation which is based on sound principle of the involvement of the neuro-endocrine system. Morality undoubtedly is the key element, be it in religion, spirituality, politics or science. In the absence of morality the net result is zero. It is, therefore, very essential that the scientist and the spiritualist, the politician and the religious leader get together and interact in a balanced manner to get salvation from the stresses and strains of the materialistic world of today.
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A change of heart or change in attitude is necessary as a process of transformation throngh the process of meditation in the background of religion, spirituality and science of living with appropriate interaction with the modern science. To achieve this balanced interaction it is desirable that these rich ideals of spirituality, religion and culture of ancient India should also find a very appropriate place in the curricula of our school and college education along with the science subjects. Inculcation of moral values coupled with meditation is very essential for this interaction in a balanced manner for the welfare of mankind. Albert Einstein and Bertrand Russell in an appeal said "We human beings appeal to human beings to remember the humanity and forget the rest". Keeping also in view the concept of Anekantvād or Syādvād, the management of science, politics and religion wourld be complimentary to each other. There cannot be any contradiction in this philosophy. This doctrine of complimentarity has been very well emphasized and implemented by the top scientists of the world who also appreciate and under
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