According to Osho, much of the world views Indians with rejection and disrespect because national pride has become hollow—boasting of a “holy land,” scriptures and virtue while living fearfully and hypocritically. Political and religious leaders say one thing and do another. Respect cannot be demanded by slogans or caste labels; it comes only from authentic realization, courage, and dropping nationalist ego in recognition of one undivided earth.
People look down on us when we brag about being holy but don’t live it; be real, brave, and truthful, not proud.