India, March 10 -- Democracy is a psychological institution as much as it is a political, social, economic, or cultural one. It necessitates the assimilation of human psychology, and one way to comply with this requirement is to delve into the past, particularly the past of the country in question. There are two classes of people for whom meeting this requirement is mandatory: first, political leaders. For any leader, the past serves as a valuable teacher; understanding it provides clarity regarding their vision and mission, enabling them to handle collective human psychology efficiently and effectively for the greater welfare of all. Second, writers. Let me begin with a writer who speaks of India: "India is old and India continues." This...