NEW DELHI, March 13 -- Ever since we grew up, we have been constantly told that we are the largest and the most vibrant democracy. We as citizens have been given certain fundamental rights. In case someone violates them, our Constitution has given us certain remedies. We can approach the court to get these rights enforced.

During our school days, we were asked to memorise these concepts so that we are able to use them during our day-to-day life. We used to take immense pride in describing that we all are one despite the kind of diversity we have in our country.

That's why we were highly disturbed when we saw people fighting over religion or matters that actually defined our diversity. We did not like the charged-up environment when the...