‘Thakur : A Life of Sri Ramakrishna’ is a biography of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa by Rajiv Mehrotra, an award winning documentary director and producer and the host of the talk show ‘In Conversations’ on Doordarshan. A documentary of the same title was earlier directed by Rajiv Mehrotra in association with Ramakrishna Math and is now available in DVD format. In the book – ‘Thakur: A Life of Sri Ramakrishna,’ the author explores the ‘challenge and the riddle’ presented by the great mystic who, more than a century after his death, continues to dominate secular Hindu consciousness. Sri Ramakrishna brought a new vitality not only to the practices, rituals and symbols of the Hindu heritage but also to the celebration of divinity in diverse forms, and reinforced the underlying possibility of a real harmony between all religions. It is this vision that makes him one of the great religious teachers of all time and so profoundly relevant today. Drawn by his cheerful and buoyant enthusias

There are several reasons why Hindu children are encouraged to learn the Ramayana: Cultural and Spiritual Heritage: The Ramayana is one of the most revered and ancient scriptures in Hinduism. It's not only a religious text but also a significant part of the cultural heritage of India and other Hindu-majority countries. Learning the Ramayana helps children connect with their cultural and spiritual roots. Moral and Ethical Values: The Ramayana is rich with moral and ethical lessons. It teaches virtues like righteousness, loyalty, devotion, compassion, and the importance of fulfilling one's duties. By learning about the characters and their actions in the Ramayana, children can gain valuable insights into ethical decision-making and character development. Role Models: The characters in the Ramayana serve as role models for children. For example, Lord Rama is often seen as the epitome of righteousness (dharma), Sita as the symbol of purity and devotion, Lakshmana as the embod