Ancient Hindu seers had seriously, deeply and selflessly studied individual human psychology, the social psychology and the relation between man and nature. On the basis of this, they had decided the psychological approach an individual should have towards the rest. Long-standing, peaceful, prosperous and happy human society was their aim.

 For this, they took great pains and worked selflessly in an organized way. These Hindu seers were scholars well versed in their subjects, every ounce of whose energy was spent for the well being of mankind and who were honored both by the rulers and the ruled. It is difficult to get individuals respected by both the rulers and the ruled. But, India, in ancient times, had them in plenty. Such seers had the practice of conferring together from time to time. The Naimisharanya conference of such scholars is said to have continued for twelve years. Smritis, history books and such other literature useful for the society was prepared by organized effort. It used to be an all India effort. The original books were not only written in different scripts but were also translated in many languages of India and the neighboring countries. And these are revered everywhere.

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