RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls Gen Z emotional, urges mobile discipline and family dialogue

New Delhi July 27: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday described Generation Z (Gen Z) as "imitative and emotional" and said that many young people react without thinking calmly.

 

Speaking at an event on 'Contemporary Motherhood', Bhagwat addressed concerns about the changing lifestyle of the younger generation. He said parents and elders should lead by example if they want to bring positive values to the next generation.

 

He urged families to reduce their dependence on social media and practice "mobile discipline." Bhagwat said society should take responsibility for bringing change instead of depending entirely on the government.

 

"We look to the government for everything, but in our tradition, society comes first and the government second. We can begin change in our own homes," he said.

 

Highlighting the role of parents, Bhagwat said children learn more from observing their elders than from instructions. He added that parents should themselves follow mobile discipline instead of asking children to do so while remaining attached to their own phones. He also stressed the importance of regular discussions within families to address children's questions and concerns.

 

On social issues, Bhagwat contrasted marriage with live-in relationships, saying marriage promotes responsibility and values, while live-in relationships often avoid long-term commitments. He said society should reflect on the consequences of such changing trends.

 

At the same time, Bhagwat said modernity should not be rejected entirely and acknowledged that adapting to changing times has always been part of India's traditions.

 

He also stated that the LGBTQ community is a part of society and should not be looked down upon.