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Lesson Concept of Peace
3.5

Inner peace is more important than the peace of the
FACTS outer world.
to Understand -Kofi Annan

Peace is a state of harmony, co-operation, mutual understanding and freedom
rule of law, without conflict and freedom from fear of violence. In other words it
is understood as the absence of hostility. Peace suggests the existence of healthy
national and international relationship, prosperity in matters of socio-economic
welfare, the establishment of equality and a working political order that shows
the true interest of all.
Peace is not merely the absence of violence or war. It is also a state of mind where
people feel no fear and enjoy their rights and privilege. In the absence of peace,
development is impossible. It creates favourable environment for development.
The word 'peace' is derived from Latin word 'pox' which means 'freedom from civil
disorder'. Later this word was used in English language with various meanings
including safety, well-being, prosperity, equity, equality, security, good fortune
and friendliness. In the presence of peace, conflicts rights are respected and their
voice are heard. Everyone is at their highest point of serenity without any social
tension, peace and conflict are going on a parallel way. Peace brings progress but
conflicts bring destruction. So, to reduce the conflict peace is very essential.

Importance of Peace

It is basic responsibility of the country to maintain law and order and peace in the
country. Political organizations, civil societies as well as individuals can help to
maintain peace. It is the situation where there is no violence and gives happiness
and prosperity as well. When people are happy and prosperous they can think
good and do well. So, peace is inevitable to develop the nation. Its importance is
summarized in the points below:
It helps to develop a nation.
It removes conflict and harmonious situation can be created.

It makes nation prosperous.
Unity among the people is maintained.
It maintains security and environment to exercise all rights for all-round
development.

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