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India-Russia Friendship Like Dhruv Tara: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the steely friendship between India and Russia as firm as Dhruv Tara. The example of Dhruvatara is often given in Indian society. But have you ever thought that the example of Pole Star is often given to great people? Let us know about it in detail.
India-Russia Friendship Like Dhruv Tara: In Indian society, whenever someone is called Dhruvatara, it means that he is the greatest. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also addressed the friendship between India and Russia as the North Star. But have you ever wondered what this Pole Star is or who is this Pole Star? Dhruvatara is not only a part of the tales and stories of Indian society, it is also a symbol of strength and steadfastness in our Sanatan tradition. The importance of Dhruvastar in Indian astronomy is very deep and ancient. It is considered a symbol of direction, stability, truth and steadfastness. It has scientific, astronomical, religious and cultural importance. This is the reason why grandmothers in our country have been narrating the story of Dhruvtara for centuries.
what is pole star
Pole Star is a star visible in the sky. From the earth it always appears fixed at one place. It never moves from its place. Dhruvatara is mentioned in ancient Indian texts Surya Siddhanta, Aryabhatiya and almanacs. The Pole Star is located in the direct direction of the Earth’s North Pole. Therefore it is always visible in the north direction. The Earth keeps rotating but the Pole Star appears stable at one place. Therefore, it was considered a direction-telling star since ancient times. In ancient times, countless sailors in the sea used to decide their direction by looking at this pole star.
position of pole star in science
The Pole Star is also a bright star like our Sun. The Pole Star is also in the same galaxy in which our Sun is located, but it is at such a distance from our Earth that we cannot even imagine reaching here. The distance of the Pole Star from Earth is approximately 450 light years. One light year is equal to 95 trillion kilometers. From this you can estimate at what distance the Pole Star is from us. The Pole Star appears to be located almost in line with the Earth’s axis of rotation. Therefore, if viewed from the Earth’s North or South Pole, the Pole Star will appear exactly overhead and will always appear in the north direction. Even today the Pole Star has special importance in astronomical navigation.
Why is the example of pole star given?
In Indian philosophy, Dhruvatara means firm, unshakable and immutable because Dhruvatara is always fixed at its place in the north direction. That is why even today, in the example of something strong and reliable, it is often said that it is as steadfast as the North Star. That is, one who does not change due to circumstances and always remains firm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the world has seen many ups and downs in the last 8 decades but the friendship between India and Russia is as steadfast as the North Star. We all know how Russia supported us in the India-Pakistan war of 1971. The way the current Pakistan attack was repelled with the help of S-400 is also a contribution of Russia. In such a situation, the reference to Dhruvatara fits perfectly.
Dhruvatara in grandmother’s story
For centuries, grandmothers in India often tell the story of Dhruvtara to their children. She says, look, the star which does not move in the sky is the pole. Good children remain strong like a pole. One whose heart is true, shines like a pole. The story about Dhruvatara has been told in Bhagwat Purana. Actually, Dhruv was a child whose stepmother always looked at him with contempt. Everyone loved his mother but did not let Dhruv sit in her lap. Dhruva became disappointed and went into the forest and said, I will ask God for such a big kingdom that no one will ever reject me. He sat under the tree and continued meditating. One day Lord Vishnu appeared and said, Son, your dedication is unwavering. You will always shine in the sky.
