Kingdoms Kings And An Early Republic

According to the source, the charkha or wheel was considered an exquisite piece of machinery because it was a symbol of human society which did not glorify the technology or the machines. It could also provide the poor with supplementary income and make them self reliant. He adopted the charkha because he wanted to glorify the dignity of manual labor and not of machines and technology, and wanted to promote a more decentralized method of production. The charkha was seen as a tool to make the people self-reliant, both economically and spiritually.

Sanchi (Madhya Pradesh)
Bodh Gaya (Bihar)

One example of a book written by a European author on Medieval India is "The History of India" by James Mill. This book presents a colonial perspective on Indian history and played a significant role in shaping British views on India.

In the passage, democracy is explained as a crucial component of the republic that India is aiming to establish. The speaker clarifies that a republic can exist without being democratic, but India is committed to a democratic form of government. Democracy, in this context, is not just a system of government but a philosophy that aligns with India's past, values, and future aspirations. It will be shaped by the people's needs and accepted by them, and its specific form will be determined by the nation’s legislative body.