Sudden rise in patriotism Aseem N wrote this at 5:44 pm • Filed under India, General •

Aug’06 - 17
Sep’06 - 25
Oct’06 - 34
Nov’06 - 52
Dec’06 - 36
Jan’07 - 123

Wondering what these figures are for? Hmm… These are the total number of searches containing the keyword “patriotism” searched in different search engines that led to my blog. The above given are the monthly search stats. All credit to the post REVIVING PATRIOTISM IN INDIA.

About 70% of the searches were for the search term “patriotism in india”, for which my blog post stands 2nd in Google. Ok guys me not on a boasting session here.

The interesting thing I noted was, that there was a mastodonic increase in the total number of searches in Jan…123!!! Anything rings for you? Yes… 26th of Jan! Most of the searches might have been by those who were to present a speech or an article observing the Republic Day. Hehe… I remember my school days when I used to net search on such topics to outscore over the other competitors, usually fellow speakers at elocution competitions.

But patriotism should come out of your own heart than through search results in Google. Having said this I am happy that I could convey my thoughts to a few more people. I hope that some politicians also have taken a few tips out of the post ;)

Today I had been to my college for the flag hoisting. Ironically my observation of an online spur in patriotism(lol!) dsnt really apply in this case. In a college strength of about 1400 students, I couldnt even count 25 of them :(. I can only hope that the rest did some good use of their time rather than catching some more sleep.

Anyways…

Wish you all a very Happy Republic Day!!!

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6 Responses to “Sudden rise in patriotism”

1. Goa Blog wrote on January 26th, 2007 at 5:53 pm

   26th January 1950 is one of the most important days in Indian history as it was on this day the constitution of India came into force and India became a truly sovereign state. In this day India became a totally republican unit. The country finally realized the dream of Mahatma Gandhi and the numerous freedom fighters who, fought for and sacrificed their lives for the Independence of their country. So, the 26th of January was decreed a national holiday and has been recognized and celebrated as the Republic Day of India, ever since.

   Happy Republic Day!!

2. anuj wrote on January 26th, 2007 at 7:04 pm

   On the contrary, I believe patriotism is on the decline. I see too many people claiming to be Punjabis or Maharashtrians or Bengalis and so on. Being an Indian has taken a backseat, for the time being.

   I get loads of sms`es on the new year’s eve or diwali or other festivities, rarely does someone buzz me on the Republic Day or Independence Day.

3. Suvrata wrote on January 26th, 2007 at 7:39 pm

   My patriotic bro, you won’t change!

   … “I Support My Brother”.[:)][:)]

4. you-know-who wrote on January 26th, 2007 at 11:45 pm

   Well, I might not be in India but my thoughts definitely are! Especially on this day!

5. lovely wrote on June 16th, 2007 at 1:02 pm

   I think fractured patriotism is on rise, with caste/community/religious/gender considerations being more important than being a unitary whole..take the latest drama of choosing a presidential candidate in consideration! makes me sad.

6. Saurabh Seth wrote on August 28th, 2007 at 10:46 pm

   I think what is required now is to redefine patriotism. Cheering India in Indo-Pak cricket match or feeling proud to be an Indian after watching Chak De India is not patriotism. I agree to Anuj that patriotism is on back seat today. I would like to ask each one of us “What are we doing for the country oursleves instead of blaming the old politicians”. I think its time like minded educated individuals should come together and try to bring about a positive change in the country

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