Acharya Prashant explains that power and force are essential tools for establishing righteousness and order in the world. He argues that while he does not support force for its own sake, it is impossible to perform right actions or enforce laws without it. He points out that legislative bodies and police forces are necessary to prevent environmental destruction and maintain social order because only a tiny fraction of the population possesses a high enough level of consciousness to act correctly on their own. Most people, he suggests, are driven by external power and would cause self-destruction or chaos if left entirely to their own devices. He further elaborates that humans differ significantly in their levels of consciousness; while some are self-governed by awareness, the vast majority require external regulation. Using examples like traffic rules, exam invigilation, and the necessity of laws, he illustrates that without the fear of consequences or the presence of authority, people often fail to act ethically. He dismisses the idea of absolute freedom as a dream, stating that the real question is not whether power will be exercised, but who will exercise itтАФtruth or falsehood, Shri Krishna or Duryodhana. He concludes that even to reach a future world governed by truth rather than force, force is required in the present to overcome destructive elements.
