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Righteous living for Righteous Governance in Sri Lanka: A multi religious initiative By Raj Gonsalkorale The latest venture in which Ven Galkande  Dhammananda Thero of the Walpola Rahula Institute plays a major role is the initiative called the Religion for Rightful Governance started by a group of social conscious individuals. Three sessions have been held so far and more are planned. These sessions are aimed at focusing one’s mind through meditation, for removing barriers that human beings themselves have made to divide themselves, and calling for responsible, fair and just governance. The session is also intended to be an inner reflection for all responsible citizens, to collectively and spiritually evaluate where and how we have failed in achieving this goal of peaceful co-existence. This is a multi-religious effort and it is focused on improving governance through self- reflection and cleansing oneself of negative thoughts an action, before attempting to extend ...