Our readers want to see the world in different colours — natural green, peaceful white, beautiful blue and more If I could see the world in one colour — it would be green colour as it is the colour of nature, renewal and freshness. Green is soothing and beneficial for eyesight. I am also a nature lover; so I like the colour green more than any other colours. It gives peace to my mind and brings calm in me. Green is also the sign of safety. Green means liveliness and full of energy to me. It is also the colour of hope. Every plant is green which saves our life in numerous ways. Plants provide us oxygen and facilitate respiration; they store water and also protect the soil from soil erosion. They provide shelter to many living creatures. Above all, plants provide us healthy, nutritious and tasty food without which we can’t get energy. Hence, I love the green colour the most and have attachment to it. — Sulochana Panta, Kavre The motive in perceiving the world in monochromatic colour echoes equality among people of any gender, caste or religion across the globe. And that colour should be white because white is an achromatic colour that entails all colours. To make it clear, science says that white coloured ray when passes through a prism, it produces seven different coloured rays. My point is that white colour is a combined colour of all colours. Just like a world is filled with different types of people in their skin contour or racial background, white colour is a perfect analogy to the world we live in, that should emblem unity in diversity as a realisation. White is also the colour of peace. It signifies a ray of hope in adversities. It teaches human to be unsullied in their soul. — Roshan Dhakal, Kumari Club, Balkhu, Kathmandu Green represents the colour of youth, energy, tolerance and regeneration. It is one of the most important indicators of a healthy ecosystem and environment. Nothing is more important than a stable, ecologically vibrant planet Earth with stable ecosystems that can support life in all possible forms and help growth and reproduction to maintain the functionality of life; as well as help in the process of natural or organic evolution. None of this is possible if that ‘green’ is alarmingly missing from the colour palette of Mother Earth as we are observing at the present time. Global warming and climate change caused by severe and detrimental pollutions across all the continents of the world have been impacting the spontaneous continuity of precious life. The necessity of green belts is being appreciated by all. However, the economic and industrial needs of modern humans together with overwhelming development of technology are actually making life easier on one hand and complex on the other. The worldwide destruction of green vegetation has been one of the potent causes threatening our virtual existence. Green represents the symbol of pulsating life. So, if the world has to be in only one colour that would be green. — Saikat Kumar Basu, Canada It would have been pleasing to the eye to see the whole world painted in water-colour — placid, pristine, lucid and undoubtedly no room for disparity. Had it been the reality, the whole world could have been a utopia for each and every life existing here. Water-colour would have been a perspicuous chance given to the people to see the world as they themselves are, indeed. The colour would be a mirror showing people the reality about the world, and would shape the world based on the individual perspective just like diversely shaped vessels giving diverse shape to filled-up water. It would reflect persons’ own being to himself and would give him a chance for contemplating his nature, instead of judging the world. Eventually, the water-colour would metamorphose the world into rainbow coloured utopia, same like a single drop of water conjuring up an intoxicating rainbow, as an outcome. — Rujina Joshi Blue sky, blue bird, blue ocean, blue rivers of Bhutan, blue waters of Phewa Lake in Pokhara, blue hills on the horizon — oh what pleasant sights! It indeed seems that all things blue and beautiful are synonymous to each other! So, I would definitely want to see the world in blue colour as it is very soothing to eyes and refreshes my soul. Blue mango, blue temple, blue roads, blue buildings, blue trains and blue fish would make my day! On a serious note, I would want to see the world in the colour of tolerance and humanity. If we could have tolerance towards — ‘alien’ languages, race, religion, colour, caste, sex, nationality and political thoughts while appreciating diversity a bit and seeing the world in the monolingual colour of humanity, our society and globe would surely be a brilliant place to live in. And this peaceful world would indeed seem heavenly blue in my eyes! — Kajal Chatterjee, Kolkata, India I would like to see the world in white — the colour of peace. Nowadays arguing, assaulting and shouting unnecessarily have become a common phenomenon. People even fight on crowded roads if they get unintentionally pushed! The world now needs peace. So, the colour white will continuously remind them not to fight and shout, but live peacefully and happily. But the monotonous white colour would also be very boring. A variety of colours are needed to make the world beautiful. Let the rivers be blue and the trees be green because — ‘variety is the spice of life!’ Thus, I conclude that people should live in peace and harmony inspired by white. — Avik Chatterjee, Kolkata, India The only colour that the world would be better off is in the colour of unity. Imagine the world where there is nothing like hate, discrimination, betrayal et cetera and every one regard each people of world as a family. Every day when I read newspaper, it is filled with the news of human killing human, country attacking country, robbery et cetera. All incidents make me think the necessity of unity among people. If everyone unites, we can create a world full of love where sorrow and hate would only remain in the memories. — Sheikh Azam, Birgunj I want to see the world in white colour. The colour denotes peace and it would promote brotherhood amongst people. — Radhika Shrestha, Mahankal, Kathmandu I enjoy looking at happy-go-lucky clouds floating in an azure sky or colourful flowers in various shades of green leaves in a garden or a school-boy with his black hair wearing a lemon coloured shirt and purple trousers walking in front of our balcony. I don’t want to lose all the colours of our lives. And one colour world means monotony. — Sujit De, Kolkata, India If I could see the world in one colour, I would like that colour to be a peaceful colour. This world is like a big house and people are like one family. But people are discriminated on the basis of culture and religion. Peace is the most important and powerful thing because it can bring lots of happiness by bringing countries and people together. — Jasmin Khanal, Brilliant College, Chabahil I like blue colour and like to see the world in blue. This colour indicates peace. The sky is blue and the sea is blue which indicate that life without it is not possible. So, I like to see my world full of happiness and in peace which is indicated by blue. — Abhinay Jayaswal, Baneshwor If I could see the world in one colour then I would prefer it to be in blue because this is my favourite colour. I like the colour from my heart and it is my lucky charm. — Ankur Anand Karn, Pragatinagar, Birgunj As a patriotic Nepali, I would love to see the world in crimson colour since it is the national colour of our beautiful country. The colour crimson is regarded as the symbol of energy, passion, power, love and action. It has also been associated with royalty, nobility and high social status or prestige. It also represents determination to succeed. It also reflects a glimpse of the colour of our national flag which intensifies the feeling of patriotism, nationality, pride and honour in my heart. — Sanjog Karki, Tansen-6, Basantapur, Palpa I choose green as I am an eye patient. This colour has a healing power and can improve vision. It is also the most natural colour in the world. However, this colour has been replaced by cities. Greenery has been replaced by concrete buildings but it is something every city dwellers long for. I see the need of a park which can provide peaceful surroundings with its greenery. I have often fancied seeing green earth that it used to be. And this is what I would like this world to be. — Pratibha Bhandari I would want to see the world in blue. It is the colour of the sky in which I imagine lies the heaven. It also holds peace of white within, which is deep as ocean, high as sky and beautiful as paradise. In that world, people would be wise as god Krishna who is in blue colour. This colour would soothe the human hearts at times of gloom, erase negativity and bring peace of mind in hard times. Blue is also the colour of trust, loyalty, faith and stability which would add positivity to human soul making them forget misery and pain. It is the colour of infinity, be it depth of ocean or limit of sky. — Shijan Acharya, BPH, Maharajgunj Medical Campus (IOM), Kathmandu If I could see the world in one colour only, it would be in white as white is a reflection of light. And light is the only medium that leads our way through darkness, sorrows, pain, stress, and the depressing moments. White is considered as the symbol of peace and what we all need in this world is peace and love. White is the colour of perfection, purity, cleanliness, neutrality and exactitude that everybody wants to see in the world. It also reflects hope and goodness and without it no one can survive in the world. — Kushal Phuyal, Bhaktapur White is the colour of purity, innocence, wholeness and completeness. In the 21st Century people are selfish, jealous and they have black hearts. So, I want white colour to change their darkness into brightness. This colour resembles goodness and the world would turn into heaven where there would be no crime and disaster. No one in this world would suffer from any problem. So, I would want to see the world in white. — Sonika Lamichhane I don’t want to see world without colours. If I have to see it in one colour, it definitely would be white, which is composed of all colours. White symbolises peace and integrity. White is an achromatic colour without colour. When we are detached from everything and keep our mind free from negative influence, the world in front from us becomes peaceful. White colour is often associated with perfection, the good, honesty, cleanliness, the beginning, the new, neutrality, and exactitude which are essential elements for making this world a better place. White is a symbol of goodness and hope. — Rahul, Balaju, Kathmandu I would like to see the world in the colour of humanity where there is only love, peace, and ‘we feeling’ among people. I contextualise humanity with the colour white as it is the purest form of colour and symbolises peace. Unity in diversity is what best describes Nepal and it standing strong during massive earthquake is just one example. I saw so much of humanity and ‘we feeling’ among people during this time. Not only Nepalis but people from all over the world came out as one and helped us selflessly in that crucial point of time. This signifies that no such colour can be there to see the world besides the colour of humanity. — Tejaswi Pahari, Jawalakhel, Lalitpur The world cannot be viewed in one colour. Every colour has its significance which has added beauty to our surroundings. Red represents power, blue represents loyalty, white represents purity, green represents freshness and so on. Hence, all these colours have made the world colourful. Thus, I prefer to view the colourful world. — Rajeshwor Kamali, Lamjung Yellow is the colour of sunshine and gold. It is also associated with joy, happiness, energy and cheerfulness. Thus, I want to view this world in yellow colour. — Oshin Chudal, Itahari, Sunsari I would rather see the world in rainbow of colours than in a single colour. However, seeing the world in a single colour could ignite the feeling of unity, fraternity and sense of belongingness. Blue could be that colour. Blue, the colour of ocean has made life possible on this beautiful earth. It is the colour of our sky (atmosphere) that protects us. Seeing the world in blue makes you realise how much beautiful the world really is. — Yogesh Babu Dawadi, Sorhakhutte, Kathmandu I recently got married. And I can’t think of any other colour right now, besides red. Being a new bride, I like to see everything in red, ever since the red vermilion was poured on my head. According to astrology, the planet that is in charge of marriage is Venus and it is red. Therefore, Hindu brides are asked to wear red during the wedding proceedings since it stands for prosperity and fertility. It is also an auspicious colour. Red is also the colour of life — a new life and the colour of our blood, thus representing unity in diversity. The colour red also symbolises love, commitment, strength and bravery in Hindu culture. So, I would love to see the world in red. — Smriti Dahal, Pepsicola, Townplanning, Kathmandu-35 Different colours have different significance and it’s hard to imagine the world in single colour but if I have to, it would be green — my favourite colour. As green is a colour of nature, it is spiritual and it provides peace and refreshment. It also motivates people for a new beginning. It gives a positive vibe. Likewise, we can feel the connection with nature through the green colour. — Kabita Ranabhat If I could see the world in one colour, it would be white. It is because it symbolises tranquility. — Sirjan Malla, Devdaha-6, Rupandehi, Aims College of Butwal Managenent Green colour symbolises nature so I want to see the world in green colour. But people are destroying nature in the name of development. The natural beauty can’t compete with any type of development. Modernisation is hampering the ecosystem, many vegetation and living creatures are on the way to extinction. Nowadays, people are more into artificial plants and trees to prettify their house, but that synthetic scent can never be compared with the smell of nature. Everyone loves the gust of clean, sweet smelling air than of air conditioners. There should be balance between the nature and infrastructural development. — Safala Karki, Kathmandu I would like to see the world in green — often presented as a colour of life. Green is a distinct colour and has a profound significance with regards to environment, nature, vitality and growth. In the present context, due to soaring population, deforestation has been a problem in many nations of the world. So, I would want to see the green colour in this world. I want to see people planting trees in every corner of the world to maintain green environment. The world will have no value if green colour is not dominant. — Subarna Lamsal, Malpi Institute Yellow is the colour of friendship, forgiveness, happiness and warmth. So, I would choose the world to be in yellow colour. Yellow also means sunshine that provides energy to people while expanding a healthy physical, mental, and emotional status. It is also the colour of youthfulness, optimism, and confidence. This bright and stimulating colour would make anyone youthful, and cheerful. With positive thoughts and imagination, one could always be a confident human being in every aspect. Yellow would make the world a warm habitat with beautiful creatures spreading positive vibes. — Neelima Khanal I would like to see the world in green colour which represents nature. With nature degrading day by the day, and the effects of climate change becoming more dreadful, we have no option but to paint the world in green through our deeds. We have to preserve and conserve our forests, rivers, mountains, hills, farms et cetera. — Manohar Shrestha