Science And Superstitions

Indians have hard time in choosing between believing in science or superstitions. It is presumed contemporarily by beings of our country that truth is represented by ‘science’ and false assumptions by superstitions. Each holds a different place in the hearts of Indians. Science has made it possible for us to reach on the moon and work on advancement of technologies. But living in this era of advancement, some of us moderately welcome new thoughts and believe in superstitions, or rather superstitions based upon ignorance and dismay.

John Balderston an American playwright has said “The superstitions of today are the scientific facts of tomorrow”, but this is relatable in a very few cases. For instance our parents recommend us to have mixture of yogurt and sugar considering it to be auspicious. But scientifically yogurt is soothing for stomach and sugar provides instant glucose that makes work energetic and easier. But baseless superstitions like tasks getting delayed if a black cat crosses your path, too exist. I’ve read somewhere that science and superstitions are two sides of a coin unknown of their interdependence. Some of us hold up to persuasions and some to concrete assertions. I personally believe in scientific and factually backed theories, or probably those that can be proved. I don’t want people to blindly believe in superstitions due to fear, but to understand the science behind it. 

Baseless superstitions like hanging black dolls outside the house for protection of your loved ones from the evil, results to reliance on money launderers. It is necessary to be conscious and alert of what happens around you. It’s our own self that guides us through things favourable and unfavourable to us.