Equality is the glorious speciality of the Gita inspirations. Equality is the sweet divine song of the Gita, useful to all. Equality is the higher state, excellence and the holiness of life. Equality is the need of the hour. For this reason the Gita, for the present circumstances is an extremely relevant and apt scripture. Today a lot of speeches are given on equality, and a lot of noise is also being made about it; but in practical conduct the story is something else. In the name of equality discord is increasing because there is a difference between preaching and practice. In the background of the speeches on equality, duality is found to be reflected in one's own feelings, nature, conduct and even in one's goal.

Srimad Bhagvad Gita is a scripture which advocates equality at a practical level. It is a state where without any partiality there is a magnificent inspiration to see and understand everyone with an equal eye.

Whether there is an accomplished Brahmin in the highest state or in the lowest of the lowest order there is an outcaste-in all, the same divine consciousness exists. Brahmin in any case is on a high pedestal; but see the depth of the Gita's philosophy-the one endowed with knowledge and humility-this is just not a matter of caste! Endowed with knowledge! As, where knowledge is actually present, there will be no arrogance, humility would be a matter of nature (vidya dadati viniyam-knowledge imparts humility), for this reason by using the words 'knowledge and humility' with the word 'Brahmin the' Gita has indicated the actual status and supremacy of the Brahmin and at the same time has cautioned the Brahmins as what their conduct should be.

The matter being discussed is that of equality. It is true whether one is a Brahmin or an outcaste the same consciousness inhabits all. The cow, elephant and the dog are apparently different beings; each one's state is different but the power of the spirit is the same in all. The electrical appliances are several; the functions performed by each one of them are varied-fridge cools the water and the geyser heats it! The bulb gives light and the fan gives breeze; but the same electric current is present in all of them; there is no difference in them.

The special thought-provoking issue in this verse is, that an indication is given of being equal-minded, but not of giving equal treatment to all. Conduct will definitely be as is befitting in a given situation in accordance with what a person deserves. As in the family, one can have an attitude of equality towards mother, sister and wife-but the conduct towards them will not be the same. One will feel all parts of the body as one's own; the pain in any part will be one's own pain; but the conduct will be as per the situation; here it should be understood in the same sense. While following the spiritual path, for maintaining equanimity of the propensities, this inspiration is very important. Further more, also the preacher of the Gita is clarifying this situation-