At times there's something so precise and mathematically chilling about nationalism.Build a dam to take away water AWAY from 40 million people. Build a dam to pretend to BRING water to 40 million people. Who are these gods that govern us? Is there no limit to their powers?
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In her book "The Cost of Living," Arundhati Roy examines the stark realities of nationalism, portraying it as both precise and chilling. She questions the motives behind large-scale projects, such as building a dam that diverts water from millions, highlighting the duality of such actions: they may claim to provide resources while actually causing harm. This complexity raises moral and ethical concerns about governance and the powerful entities that dictate these actions.

Roy's reflection prompts readers to consider the implications of such decisions and the disconnect between those in power and the affected populations. The reference to "gods" governing society underscores the potential for abuse of power, leaving people to wonder if there are any limits to what these authorities can enact in the name of progress or development.

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