As we aspire for rising economic prosperity and a strong

and confident India, this book forcefully reminds us of

the values that make for a truly sustainable society, at

the heart of which is the family. For it is not economic

growth or military strength alone that will make India

strong. Sustainable success comes from values, and

these can sustain a society and a nation even in times of

hardship. The book expresses an ideal by which Indian

society may prosper and speaks of how spirituality can

help create a noble nation and a better world. It provides

a valuable counterpoint to the modern-day emphasis

on consumerism and the philosophy of more is better,

highlighting the sanctity of the natural world and its great

power to evoke human creativity and love.

Writing on this crucial subject are two iconic Indians.

Together, Acharya Mahapragya and A.P.J. Abdul Kalam--

one a Jain muni revered as a saint, the other a visionary,

a distinguished scientist and a former President of India--

bring their vast experience to bear on this important

subject. As the authors put it, it's only a united and happy

family that will lead to a strong nation, one that can be

a true fulfilment of 5,000 years of India's civilization. The

book takes up the difficult and pressing task of setting a

new agenda in a time of radical social change. It shows us

the path we need to follow to take India to its rightful place

as a great nation.