In defense of meaningless pursuits

Why do we pursue abstract forms of art ? More so when they appear meaningless for survival either from Darwinian viewpoint . Neither do they support the pursuit of altruism in making World a Better Place.

Here's an answer from Evolutionary Biologist Richard Dawkins.

If that resonates, do watch this clip from the movie "Dead Poets Society" where Robin Williams presents a rather abstract but emotionally compelling case for pursuing Poetry.

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Blogging is not dead!

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Why life is so worth exploring ?

Wonderful video on how Science and Imagination has helped mankind uncover and understand the mysteries of universe and life - Marie Curie rightly said " Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less"

Laboratory called Life

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