India, Sept. 8 -- A regular reader of this column could not digest the observation made in the previous issue: "There is no scope for any extra-terrestrial body that would be adjudicating our Karma, and selectively granting boons in response to your prayers." Baffled, he sought clarification: "Sir, the general perception is that we do our Karma, but the fruits of actions thereto - good or bad - are granted by God. The above statement seems to be mocking at the prevalent popular belief. Please enlighten."

Bear in mind: Though God, through His divine powers, holds the key to all aspects of our dynamic existence, He doesn't rule the world as a feudal lord holding all executive powers with Himself. A well-articulated system is in place, whic...