In the age of fast internet and even faster distractions, a surprising pattern is emerging among India’s younger generation. Many of today’s youth are showing an increasing obsession with dharma (religion) and romantic relationships, often at the cost of career goals, skill development, and critical thinking. But why is this happening? What’s fueling this shift—and is it healthy for the future of our nation?
Let’s explore the social, psychological, political, and digital reasons behind this growing trend.
🔹 1. Rise of Dharma Obsession: Politics Meets Faith
Religion has always played a central role in Indian culture. But in the last decade, it has taken on a new, more aggressive form in the public sphere.
🛕 Religious Nationalism & Political Influence
Political parties have actively used religious sentiment to connect with youth, pushing topics like temple construction, religious identity, and cultural pride into everyday conversation.
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Social media is flooded with devotional reels, spiritual gurus, and aggressive nationalism.
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Young people feel a false sense of purpose by attaching themselves to a “cause” that seems bigger than themselves.
📱 Viral Bhakti Culture
From Hanuman Chalisa shorts to Ramayan-style Instagram edits, religious content is now aesthetic and addictive. Many youths consume it not out of spiritual interest, but for trends, identity, or belonging.
🔹 2. Romance: The New Fantasy Escape
With unrealistic portrayals of love in Bollywood and digital media, young people are constantly chasing an idea of “perfect love” that rarely exists.
❤️ The Impact of Films & Series
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Web series, romantic reels, and short-form content promote drama-based relationships.
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Dating apps like Tinder and Bumble have made romance more accessible but also more shallow.
😔 Escaping Harsh Realities
Due to unemployment, academic pressure, and low motivation, many youth use love and relationships as an emotional escape. It's easier to focus on dating than build a challenging career.
🔹 3. Career Confusion & Lack of Direction
While older generations were focused on government jobs or stability, today’s youth face an uncertain job market and fierce competition.
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Many are confused between traditional jobs and new-age careers like YouTubing or influencing.
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The education system still lacks practical skill-building, pushing students into rote learning without purpose.
This vacuum of purpose makes religion and romance attractive distractions.
🔹 4. The Role of Social Media
Today’s youth live more online than offline. Every opinion, relationship, or emotion is influenced by trends.
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Religious and romantic content gets the highest engagement—likes, shares, and validation.
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As a result, platforms push more of such content, forming an echo chamber of obsession.
🔹 5. No Strong Role Models
In the past, Indian youth looked up to freedom fighters, scientists, teachers, and athletes. Now, their influencers are often:
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Self-proclaimed spiritual gurus
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Social media stars who go viral for entertainment
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Politicians promoting cultural wars instead of employment or education
This leads to misplaced admiration and confused priorities.
🔹 6. Emotional Vulnerability & Mental Health Gaps
The younger generation is more emotionally expressive, but not always emotionally intelligent. Without guidance, they:
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Over-invest in relationships
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Turn to religion during confusion
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Avoid tough self-growth by hiding in external belief systems
India still lacks strong mental health awareness, which makes youth more susceptible to these escapes.
✅ Conclusion: A Nation at the Crossroads
The obsession with dharma and romance is not entirely wrong—faith and love have always been part of human life. But when these become distractions from education, self-growth, and career building, the nation pays the price.
If India wants to secure a brighter future, we must:
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Reform education to include life skills and digital literacy
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Promote rational thought, innovation, and entrepreneurship
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Create real role models in tech, science, social impact, and the arts
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Encourage a balanced, healthy view of religion and relationships
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