Mumbai, Oct 19: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that ancient Indians traveled across the world to propagate culture and science, but never engaged in conquest or religious conversion.
Speaking at the launch of the Arya Yug Vishay Kosh encyclopedia, Bhagwat noted that while many invaders looted India, the last ones “looted the minds of Indians.”
“Our ancestors travelled from Mexico to Siberia and taught science and culture to the world. They didn’t convert anyone or conquer. We went with sadhbhavna (goodwill) and a message of unity,” he said.
He added, “Many invaders came and looted us and made us slaves. The last ones to invade looted our minds. We forgot our strengths and what we can share with the world.”
Bhagwat further highlighted India’s enduring spiritual and scientific heritage: “Spiritual knowledge is still flourishing and we, as descendants of Aryavrat, have science and weapons, strength and power, faith and knowledge.” (Agencies)
