Maneka Gandhi’s demand to ban Pachis used by Jain Munis is very reasonable

Jainism has been one of the finest sects of Hinduism. However, in practice, it has adopted not only all the evil practices of Hinduism but, in many ways, has gone far beyond it.

There are five Mahavratas or anuvratas in Jainism. They are Ahimsa (Non-violence): It demands absolute non-injury to all living beings—subtle or complex—in thought, speech, and physical action. That is why Jain munis observe chaturmas and do not move from one place to another, lest any insect die in their movement. Satya (Truthfulness) is the second Vrat, which ordains speaking the truth with kindness and restraint, avoiding deceit or speech that causes harm. Asteya (Non-stealing): Not taking anything that is not willingly given, including abstaining from exploitation or unfair acquisition. Brahmacharya (Celibacy): Complete sexual abstinence for monastics, and strict fidelity and sensory restraint for householders. Aparigraha (Non-possessiveness/Non-attachment): Detachment from material possessions, wealth, and emotional fixations to curb greed and desire. But today, all the Vratas are thrown to the wind by Jains.

That is why there is no reason to disagree with animal lover Maneka Gandhi, who says that pachis are made from peacock feathers and that thousands of male peacocks are killed to make them. Feathers are grown only among male peacocks and not females.

It is very strange that some Jains, who do not move out of fear of killing even an ant, are opposed to very sensible logic.

Therefore, in all fairness, the ostentatious pachis made from male peacock feathers should be immediately banned to save peacocks and to respect the sentiments of millions of people.