Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a bold plan to change the name of India to "Bharat". This name has a deep historical and cultural significance in the hearts of Indians and is their national pride and glory. However, this plan has also caused a lot of controversy and difficulties because it concerns India's international image and status, as well as the identity and emotions of Indians.
Why change the name?The origin of the name India was actually given by the British, originally referring to the Indus River, and later expanded to the entire Indian subcontinent. India was once a British colony, and the name is like a brand, a reminder of the humiliation and suffering of Indians. Indians don't like the name, and in their native language, they refer to their country by Bharat. The word Bharat is derived from Sanskrit and first appeared in the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, which is synonymous with the most glorious era of India. At that time, Ashoka of India unified the entire Indian subcontinent, established a powerful empire, and at the same time was the protector and propagator of Buddhism. The name Bharat is a symbol of the national spirit and cultural heritage of the Indians.
Why is Modi pushing for a name change?Modi is an ambitious and bold politician who wants to make India a world power, free from the shadow of colonization, and show his independence and self-confidence. Under his leadership, India's economic power has increased significantly, even surpassing the United Kingdom to become the world's fifth largest economy. Modi is also actively involved in international affairs, has established close ties with the United States and other countries, and is preparing to host the G20 summit this year. Modi believes that the name change is a manifestation of the nationalism and nativism of the Indian people, a sign that India is standing up, and a way for India to assert its voice and status to the world. Modi also wants to take this opportunity to establish his place in history and become the first prime minister of Bharat, which will forever go down in history.
How difficult is it to change your name?Changing the name is not an easy thing to do, it needs to be approved by the Indian parliament and it needs to be supported by the Indian people. India is a diverse country with different religions, languages, nationalities and cultures, and not everyone agrees with the name Bharat, and not everyone agrees with the name change. Changing the name can also bring some practical troubles to India, such as the need to amend the constitution, laws, documents, maps, signs, etc., the need to communicate and coordinate with other countries and international organizations, and it takes a lot of time and money. The name change will also affect India's international image and relations, and some countries and people may be confused or dissatisfied with India's name change, believing that it is India's arrogance or provocation.
In conclusion, changing the name of India to Bharat is a decision with pros and cons that reflects India's history and culture, as well as India's reality and future. It is the choice of the Indian people and the choice of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. We don't know if this plan will succeed or what the consequences will be. But what we can be sure of is that this is a topic worth paying attention to, and it is also a question worth pondering. India, or Bharat, is a country that cannot be ignored, and its changes will affect the pattern and order of the world.