Essays by Dr. Chirag Agarwal
These essays explore philosophy, Sanātana Dharma, psychology, history, critical thinking, and the nature of knowledge. Rather than presenting conclusions to accept, they examine ideas through first-principles thinking, evidence, and careful inquiry.
Some essays expand upon ideas explored in my books, while others investigate independent questions that deserve deeper reflection. Together, they form an evolving collection of writings intended to encourage curiosity rather than certainty.
Topics Covered
- Philosophy
- Critical Thinking
- Sanātana Dharma
- Psychology
- History
- Science
- Knowledge
- Tradition
- Logic
- Human Behaviour
Latest Essays
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क्या हर “त्योहार” वास्तव में त्योहार ही है?
हम दीपावली, एकादशी, महाशिवरात्रि और अनेक अन्य अवसरों को सामान्यतः “त्योहार” कह देते हैं। लेकिन शास्त्र ऐसा नहीं करते। सनातन परंपरा में पर्व, व्रत और उत्सव तीन अलग-अलग अवधारणाएँ हैं, जिनका उद्देश्य समय, अनुशासन और आंतरिक परिवर्तन को समझना है। आइए जानें कि इन तीनों में वास्तविक अंतर क्या है और क्यों इस अंतर को…
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Why Are There So Many Gods in Sanātana Dharma?
Why does Sanātana Dharma appear to have so many Gods? Does it teach polytheism, or is there a deeper philosophical foundation behind its many deities? This article explores what the Vedas, Upaniṣads, and Bhagavad Gītā actually say about the nature of the Divine, the meaning of Deva, and why one Supreme Reality is approached through…
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When Influence Becomes Responsibility
Every citizen has the legal right to remain silent. But should public figures with millions of followers be held to a higher moral standard? This essay explores the difference between legal rights and moral responsibility, asking whether influence itself creates an obligation to stand with society during moments that define a generation.
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How Governments Should Respond to Student Protests | Democracy & Accountability
A democracy is not tested when everything is peaceful – it is tested when its own citizens demand accountability. When students spend years sacrificing for their future and then take to the streets seeking answers, the government’s greatest responsibility is not merely to maintain order, but to protect public trust. Dialogue builds confidence. Accountability strengthens…
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When a Nation’s Brightest Minds Begin to Lose Faith
For millions of students, success is built on years of sacrifice – missed celebrations, sleepless nights, and unwavering faith that hard work will be rewarded fairly. But when controversies surrounding public examinations shake that trust and accountability becomes a political debate instead of an institutional priority, the consequences extend far beyond a single examination. A…
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Why Citizens Must Question the Government : Government Accountability
Government accountability It is one of the most important pillars of a healthy democracy. For millions of young people, success is not simply a matter of ambition – it is the result of years of relentless sacrifice. They spend their late teenage years studying while others celebrate festivals, attend family functions, travel with friends, or…
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Why Smart People Still Fall for Misinformation
Why do intelligent people still fall for misinformation despite having unlimited access to information? The answer lies not in a lack of intelligence, but in the psychology of belief. Explore how repetition, emotion, confirmation bias, and social media shape what we accept as truth – and how to think more critically in an age of…
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The Loudest Voice Is Not Always the Closest to the Truth
Every major controversy follows the same pattern. Before evidence arrives, opinions do. Before investigations conclude, judgments are made. The real question isn’t which side is right – it is whether we ever paused to ask, “How do I know what I think I know?”
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The Cost of Certainty
We often admire people who sound certain. They answer quickly. They speak confidently. They rarely hesitate. In conversations, certainty appears to be strength, while doubt is mistaken for weakness. Yet history tells a different story. Many of humanity’s greatest mistakes were committed not because people lacked intelligence, but because they believed they already possessed the…
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About the Author
Dr. Chirag Agarwal writes about philosophy, Sanātana Dharma, critical thinking, psychology, history, and science. His work includes books, essays, and notes exploring the evolution of ideas through first-principles inquiry.