Shramdaan

Shramdaan meaning of (Shram meaning "labour" and Daan meaning "donation") refers to the voluntary contribution of physical labor for the welfare of the community. It is a practice deeply rooted in Indian tradition, emphasizing selfless service and the dignity of labor as a means to foster social development and harmony^[1]^[2]^[3]

History

The concept of Shramdaan has been prevalent in India for generations and is closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi, who advocated for the dignity of labor and equal social status for all. Gandhi emphasized that true cleanliness and social order are achieved through collective, voluntary efforts. Shramdaan also promotes religious harmony, equality, and acceptance of diversity within society^[4]^[5]

References

^ "Shramdaan". AIIMS Gorakhpur. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
^ "Shramdaan activity by UoH NSS Cell". University of Hyderabad. September 10, 2024. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
^ "'SHRAMDAAN EVENT' organised by the MINISTRY OF MSME". Press Information Bureau.
^ "Cleanliness lessons in Delhi govt schools in Shramdaan hour". The Times of India. 2023-03-29. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
^ "Shramdaan – a way of Participative Governance". blog.mygov.in. Retrieved 2025-05-05.

[1] "Shramdaan". AIIMS Gorakhpur. Retrieved 2025-05-05.

[2] "Shramdaan activity by UoH NSS Cell". University of Hyderabad. September 10, 2024. Retrieved 2025-05-05.

[3] "'SHRAMDAAN EVENT' organised by the MINISTRY OF MSME". Press Information Bureau.

[4] "Cleanliness lessons in Delhi govt schools in Shramdaan hour". The Times of India. 2023-03-29. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-05-05.

[5] "Shramdaan – a way of Participative Governance". blog.mygov.in. Retrieved 2025-05-05.

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