Since 1850, Earth's temperature has gone up by about 2°F, with an average rise of 0.11°F (0.06°C) per decade. However, since 1982, this warming has sped up, increasing by 0.36°F (0.20°C) per decade. According to climate.gov, 2023 was the hottest year on record since global measurements began in 1850, with temperatures rising more sharply than in previous years.
Climate change is now one of the most urgent issues humanity faces. Global warming is affecting our planet and all living beings, leading to rising sea levels, extreme weather, and changes in ecosystems. To address this crisis, we can learn from the environmental wisdom of our ancestors. Mauj Ji Maharaj, a respected sage, made predictions about climate change that are surprisingly relevant to what we see today.
This article explores Mauj Ji Maharaj’s predictions about "melting mountains," "a warming Earth," and "barriers between Earth and sky breaking down," and compares them with what modern science says about climate change.
Subodh Agarwal, IAS, the Director General of the Indira Gandhi Panchayati Raj Sansthan in Jaipur, emphasizes the importance of listening to ancient wisdom to help us face today’s challenges and protect our planet’s future.