By Bhupender Verma
Humanity emerged through a series of genetic combinations, not as the primordial species inhabiting Earth. Numerous life forms preceded them in this terrestrial realm. Initially, humans subsisted through hunting, like other animal species. Their evolutionary advancement, initially devoid of familial connections, progressed through reproduction. Subsequently, they established functional relationships and evolved through innovative creations driven by necessity and created the boundary of relationships. The chronological sequence of plant and human evolution remains uncertain. Did plants precede humans or emerge concomitantly? Did they evolve autonomously or with human intervention? The answer lies in the enigmatic tapestry of natural laws. Plants, with their inherent survival instinct, fulfill their ecological role by providing sustenance for themselves and other organisms . However, nature's bountiful resources and the delicate balance of the environment are being compromised by the selfish pursuit of development in the name of advancement. This misguided notion of progress has deleterious consequences for both flora and fauna, jeopardizing the well-being of our planet. Such actions contravene the principles of natural law. The environments humans create are not conducive to their own long-term survival or the well-being of others. These actions threaten the ecological equilibrium and deplete the planet's resources due to their selflessness and anoesia. Karl Marx's theory of individualism posits that humans are perpetually striving for fulfillment, continuously generating new needs as old ones are satiated. As humans evolved, they invented, named, and discovered entities based on their own requirements, engaging in conflicts with other species over resources. Populations swelled, and divisions arose based on class, religion, caste, sects, cults, countries, and regions. The rise of divine beings also occurred, but the genesis of these entities remains shrouded in mystery. Did humans create gods, or vice versa? Or are humans themselves intrinsically divine? If deities created humans, are they content with their creation? Are the inequalities and disparities among humans by divine design? Conversely, if humans created gods, are they satisfied with their own creations? Currently, humans appear content with the gods they have fashioned, leading to conflicts for supremacy among various species. Different groups assert the dominance of their deities, claiming exclusivity to certain religions across different regions or countries, posing threats to human coexistence. Humans have established rules and laws to govern themselves and ensure their survival. However, the forms these governance structures take vary widely, ranging from religion, sects, and cults to contemporary systems like democracy, monarchy, anarchy, and dictatorship. These self-created differences create divisions and pose potential perils for humanity's cohesion. The extent to which these differences hinder our collective survival remains a contentious issue. The Irony of Human Intelligence Ironically, despite their self-proclaimed superiority and intelligence, humans continue to fail in maintaining, improving, and safeguarding the environment in which they reside. This inability to protect their own species and their surroundings proves detrimental to both themselves and the planet.
By Bhupender Verma
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