GUIDELINES

Nature of Duties
In 33 Koti Devata, our members being gifted with daivee sampath are rightly called Devata. Among them,  those who volunteer to act as short term representatives, facilitators and integrators are called  Devabhari.  
Duties of Member Devatas. Cultivate daivee qualities. Help each other in the base level group and in  village/ward/ pin code area, and even outside if possible. Help in every possible way, especially in  following dharma, in safety, security, dispute resolution, education, training, employment, in pursing a  profession or in creating and running a business. Be an ‘apat bandhava’ - a friend to one in distress. Share your personal problems and needs on the local network of the base level group seeking help or  guidance without hesitation. Good result is likely. In a large friendly group the probability of someone  being able to help is proportionately higher than in a small group. In a boundless group probability of  success tends to reach hundred percent !Someone or the other will most likely come to help. Also share  your original invaluable ideas on what you want the government to do for welfare of our community as a  whole. This will guide the Devabharis in their plans, decisions and actions. Spread and grow the local  group and also spread the message among friends and relatives far and wide, everywhere, encouraging  and guiding them to replicate and link up with 33 koti devata. If capable, volunteer to play the role of  devabharis for a period of up to 2 years.  

Duties of On-site Devabharis - DB0 to DB4 

Coordinate, facilitate, integrate and focus our actions  including mutual interactions between members and groups and interfacing with the government at their  domains and other appropriate domains ranging from local to global.  

Duties of Website Devabharis 

Create and maintain an upto date website which provides all information  needed for linking and effective functioning. They work under the guidance of the management board of  33 koti devata.  

Duties of Guru Devabharis

Encourage and guide children and youth in their education to acquire and  use the embedded intelligence of the society through self driven concurrent practical training and to  attain a high level of proficiency in any chosen field independently, independent of the school system.  Guru devabharis could also be covering crucial aspects of dharma, conflict and dispute resolution and  other special areas like protection. They are a stand-by to the Devabharis too. They also advise and guide  devabharis. The two Devabharis are complementary to each other.  

Communication Methods 
In order to be able to help each other effectively, as needed , when needed, where needed an effective  and timely communication mechanism is essential . In 33 Koti Devata an ordered , sequential ,  expandable , quick communication mechanism has been adopted.  

• If any member devata wants to make a request for a help, he freely places it in his zero level group. Other  group members will come forward to help in whatever way they can. If the matter is important and needs  attention of a bigger group , the leaders of the group, the DB0 , will place the problem in their higher level  group , the DB0 group , of which they are members. The members of the DB0 group will immediately  share the problem in their respective basic groups. Thus the problem gets the attention of practically the whole of the village quite quickly.  

• Depending on the need and urgency of the problem , the message can be taken one step higher from 

• where it spreads all the way down as a spreading beam of light.  

• The process is repeatable at higher and higher domains which can beam the matter to larger and larger  shadow areas below. The broadcast mechanism may also be adopted.  

• On the other hand if a member of the basic group wants to share an original idea about, for example,  what he wants the government to do for the welfare of the sanatani , he can freely place it in the basic  group. The DB0 will share it in his DB0 group. They may analyse , discuss and if needed take up the idea  to the DB1 group. Same is repeated to higher levels depending on the strength of the ideas . Thus,  actionable agenda based on the innate wish of the people in their pure state lighted up with daivee  sampath are formulated for the Yogakshema - welfare - of all. These agendas will be taken up with the  government. They will also decide the direction of support during elections.  

• Wasteful, debilitating discussions, forwards, criticisms, personal attacks etc should be meticulously  avoided.  

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Logo
All groups , whatever be their names, may keep 33 Koti Devata logo as their icon picture for easy  identification.  

Typical Ways of Working 

• Here are a few illustrations of how the set up works.  

• In an emergency, or group attack or contingencies of any kind, for example , which the family members  and immediate neighbors are unable to handle, the SOS message can be shared in domain zero WhatsApp  group. If required, DB0 may share it in domain 1 and seek help from all the groups of Domain1, the pin  code level area. If required raising to still higher and higher levels is effortless. Out of the several  thousand or more members certainly enough support and help can be mustered. Indeed, the very fact  that such a large group is ready to respond is enough to deter any attack.  

• Like wise, whenever needed, in a medical emergency, death etc., too, quick attention is possible through  the action of the network.  

• If someone needs a job, or has a job to be done, it can be shared too. It is very likely that a reliable  satisfactory offer comes up.  

• If some guidance is needed to set up a business or start something then too trustworthy help can  result by sharing the task with the devata members at appropriate domains.  

• So too in case of disputes, loneliness, education& carrier issues and questions on dharmic matters, etc.,  support may be sought through the guru devabharis.  

• Getting things essential for the welfare of the community actually done through government is another  major area. Here, the very fact that our Devabharis represent a large group of united voters is enough to  make the government listen with some seriousness.  

• Ability to vote unitedly. The careful collective decision making made possible in a truly democratic way  through deliberations within the network, adds immeasurable strength to the voice of the community.  Of course, we can celebrate festivals and other social activities together too and add more fun and joy  to our lives.  

• There is no limit to what can be done and achieved by 33 koti devata network. Just imagine that you  are independent, yet are a part of a well- knit very big family where others are there just when you need! Friend in need is a friend indeed, which is what it means to be a Devata.  

 

Membership Criteria  
 

Paropakaraya punyaya papaya parapeedanam. 
Helping others is a virtue and harassing others is a sin .  

Hindus and all like minded individuals and groups and Sanatanis including Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists,  agnostics, atheists, and all indigenous ancient cultures and peoples of the world such as jews, Druze or  Persians are eligible to be members of this movement. After some time when environment becomes more  friendly any one who visibly possesses daivee sampath to an adequate measure could be eligible to be a member regardless of his nominal or by-birth affiliations. Then, if the groups’ other aims permit, whoever  is really interested in daivee sampath and welfare of all can also become a member irrespective of his  faith etc. After adequate acclimatization and tuning into the devata environment they can take up  Devabhari roles too. There are no age, gender, number or any other restrictions, save some extremely  unbecoming Asuri behaviors.  

A good number of members of any base level group will be residing in nearby areas such as village, or  same pin code areas, but many can be residing even far away or in other countries too. Members will be  in constant touch with each other in many ways. The member devatas will help each other in every  possible way, especially in following their dharma, in their safety, security, dispute resolution, education,  training, employment, in pursing a profession or in creating and running a business. All will vote unitedly  minimizing fragmentation of votes to harness the power of democracy and the government rather than  be divided and get crushed by the same government. They will identify common, pressing community  problems as well as chronic long term problems and get them solved through the law makers, political  leaders, candidates, parties and the government.

 

Members will not hold any political office or strong  attachments to parties or leaders in order to avoid conflict of interest and to retain their freedom. Any  member can recommend admission of new members at the base level group, as in any WhatsApp group.  It is better to avoid forwarding messages, sending trivial messages or making hurtful statements etc., so  that time is not wasted and a nourishing environment builds up over a period of time.  Any member or devabhari who leaves the area can still be a member on the rolls of the group and receive  messages etc., and continue to participate in whatever way possible. Being members in multiple groups is  also allowed.  

Selection criterion for Devabharis and continuity plans.  

 

Devabharis take up the responsibility as a purely voluntary service of the society. It is not a permanent  post. It involves quite a bit of an effort and demands a great deal of energy and enthusiasm. It may also  need a great deal of knowledge and experience, along with excellent managerial and communication  skills.

 

Notwithstanding all these , no a priori qualifications can be specified. The one who started the base  level group in the first place will be called adi devabhari of the group, which is a special recognition for  ever. He can nominate an advisor, partner, standby, named gurudevabhari. The period for both will not be  completely overlapping. One of them will extend a bit further. The period will be about two years like in  the case of Udupi Swamijis. Outgoing devabhari nominates the incoming one as in the case of  Shankaracharyas. Similarly outgoing gurudevabhari nominates his successor.

 

In case of unforeseen  sudden loss of devabhari, gurudevabhari acts as a devabhari and nominates the next devabhari and also  vice versa. If both the devabharis pass away or go missing most recent previous devabhari will nominate.  If that option too fails next level devabhari can nominate . Old devabharis can come back after a period of  4 years. Groupism, politics, etc., should be avoided by all means. Interference by political entities should  be meticulously avoided.

 
The groups may follow any other convenient procedure such as election or lottery too for selecting their  representatives. In case of elections the weightage will be proportional to the number of persons he  actually represents.

 
Devabharis are representatives of a group. They form a link between two domains. They form a node.  They transmit messages up and down. They play major parts in spreading messages, getting things done  and in making decisions too. They are roles carrying heavy responsibility. But, there is very little power or  sanctioned authority of any kind. Money also will be kept very limited.

 

Fortunately, immense power of  daivee sampath can more than compensate for this. For this, a stock of daivee sampath as described in  the anthem is needed. It comprises extraordinary level of objectivity, truthfulness , deep knowledge,  fearlessness , hard work , non threatening nature, nourishing nature, self control, offering oneself totally,  introspection, compassion towards all, humbleness, humility, non attachment, positivity, firmness,  brightness and stability which should be present in abundance in the devabharis. This is especially critical at higher levels. Before taking up higher responsibilities, the individuals should take up a personal  vow and commitment on these and make up one’s mind to be a strict adherent at least for the period  concerned. They should also not hold any significant position in any political entity during the period and  for a while before.  

Devabhari or any member can be removed by a three fourth majority of members of the group. Major  changes in the organization should be avoided but can also be made through a decision made by 75  percent of the DB4 Devabharis in a weighted way , weighted by the number of members at his base - the  country and implemented after approval by the board.

 
Finances

 
In 33 Koti Devata services are expected to be given voluntarily as a spirited contribution from the  individuals to the society. However, money is needed for meetings and for travel etc., and for effectively  discharging one’s duty. Money is needed for website maintenance and for media, rentals, research and  for legal issues too. As a principle, all these expenses should be kept minimum.  
For meeting unavoidable expenses voluntary contributions may be received from the well wishers.  The 33 koti devata has been registered as a not for profit social, educational trust. The contributions may  be sent to the account and used for the above purposes. 
Each country may follow an independent trust and financial setup in line with the prevailing rules and  regulations .

 
Disciplinary actions

Disciplinary powers are vested with the next higher one and powers of review vested with two who are  one step higher or one who is two steps higher or those who have been in the same position earlier.  

Election related decisions

 
Election is perhaps the biggest collective action in all modern democratic societies . It is also the most  valuable and important event. It evokes strong emotions and polarizations too. Because of rather  unlimited powers at the hands of the government including of limitless taxation, policing , judiciary, media  control, education, and control of even personal lives, it is important that we participate thoughtfully and  carefully and vote for the right kind of government. We should also be able to actively tell the  government what to do and to ensure that it does the right thing and that it does not do wrong things. Or  else mafias will take over and will be all over us in no time.  

In our 33 Koti Devata, in case of major decisions such as voting during state elections great care needs to  be exercised. First of all, a continuous stream of suggestions and ideas are sought from all devata  members. They are received, studied, assembled , discussed in various levels and an outline is  generated of what we the 33 koti devata actually want to happen. Discussions are also held with the contestants and their parties on what would be their responsibility and promise should they win.  

 

Based on all these, and the past track records, the group of concerned DBs will arrive at a conclusion. In  most cases the way will be crystal clear. When there are more than one equally good choices, effort can  be made to elicit clearer and more solid promises so that only one choice remains.  If doubt remains even after this, which should be rare, the decision can be facilitated through voting or through survey among the DBs. In this, the weightage for any DB’s opinion will be proportional to the  number of members who he represents.

 

As an illustration, for example, in local elections, DB0 in the pin  code group, or domain 1, could play a major role and a heavy 0.85 weight may be given to their group. Out  of 0.85 weight given to all DB0 s together, each DB0 be given a weightage proportional to the total  number of actual persons he represents. The remainder 0.15 weight may be shared as 0.05 each between  the three connected higher member individuals of DB1 , DB2, and DB3. Here 0.85 weightage to DB0  ensures that the local group which comprises leader volunteers who are in close contact with all  members and aware of ground conditions, have a major say. At the same time, higher level Devabharis,  who surely play powerful roles have a voice too if they wish to express.

 

For the state elections DB1 of the  district or domain 2, could have a weight of 0.85 collectively, and connected DB2 in the state a weight of 0. 075 and DB3 a weight of 0.075 individually. For the national elections, DB2 in the state or domain 3,  could have weight of 0.85 collectively, and connected DB3 a weight of 0.075 and DB4 a weight of 0.075  individually.  

In general, the partitioning could be in such a way that the concerned main group has a major say  collectively and the higher connected devabharis too have a significant say if they wish to express. This  will create greater unity in the country and also create some consideration for the whole world in our  democratic set up.  

Such a decision making aid can be automated in unambiguous ways and results can be obtained within a  few hours if needed.  
Ways for growth.  

One way for growth is through individuals spreading the invitation and message to their friends and  relatives. Use of advertisements and media is another way. Above all doing good work and practically  demonstrating the power and utility of the system is the best and lasting way.  

Brief guideline on how people can join and grow the network of 33 Koti Devata

 
STEP 1 :
a) Look for and join a zero level group in your neighborhood or in your knowledge anywhere else,  Or

b) Encourage any similarly inclined group that you are already part of to take up the 33 Koti  Devata mission as an added activity and to link up with other groups by visiting the website and 33  Koti Devata App, Or

c) Yourself form a WhatsApp group of sanatanis and link up with 33 Koti  Devata. Any other way such as telegram, Facebook etc is also alright but involves some extra work  for the Devabharis to transfer messages from one platform to another. Similarly work is involved in  transferring from one languages to another. But it is worth the effort in all cases. This is the zero  level where it is desirable to have at least 20 members. The more the better. Even those who are  not in the neighborhood but anywhere in the world and want to be part of your group can be  accepted. But good to have at least a dozen families living nearby within a few minutes from each other. Be ready to help each other in every possible way, especially as an apat bandhava, as a  refuge, for someone in distress. Try and cultivate daivee sampath. Be prepared to act together  whenever needed and especially in voting for the government.  

STEP 2 :
Select one member as Devabhari- DB- and one more as Gurudevabhari who together will serve as  the group’s representatives in the network and also in the community and all the public spaces as  well in the society at large for a limited period. They are called DB0.

 
STEP 3 :
Let the proposed DB0 visit the site . Enter the pin code of the area. Answer a few queries  regarding name of the group and phone numbers of the representatives. On acceptance the DB0  will be contacted and they will become part of the domain 1 group. The pin code can be changed  too at a later date should the group wish to change its location in the network. Any changes in  names or numbers can also be made at any time.  
Your group members can , through the representatives , now send your message to all other

 
STEP 4 : 
Members of the different groups in the pin code area. You can receive help or give support to  each other too in all possible ways. You can also interact directly once someone contacts you first  when your messages reaches them through your chain of Devabharis.  

STEP 5 : 
When the domain 1 reaches a membership of 10 or more the DB0 members will select two  representatives, one Devabhari and another Gurudevabhari, of the domain 1 who are called DB1.  Let them visit the site and enter name of the district. It is called domain 2. Answer the queries  

STEP 6: 
And enter the details of the DB1 . On acceptance they will be the devabharis. DB1 operate at the  pin code and district level. DB0 operate at the group and pin code level although there are no hard  and fast boundaries or restrictions of any kind.  
Now your group members can through DB0 and DB1 pass your message to all members of district and also offer or receive help..

STEP 7 : 
You can also reach each other directly once they contact you  first when your messages reaches them through your chain of Devabharis.  
When the domain 2 reaches a membership of 10 or more or 25 percent of the maximum possible,  

STEP 8 : 
They will select two representatives of the domain 2 who are called DB2.  

STEP 9 : 
Let the DB2 Visit the site and enter name of the state. It is called domain 3. Answer the queries  and enter the details of the DB2. On acceptance they will be the Official DB2.  

STEP 10 : 
Now your group members can through DB0 and DB1 and DB2 reach all members of the state with  your message. You can receive and offer help to each other. You can also directly remain in contact once your message reaches them through the chain of devabharis. DB2 operate at the district and  state level .  

STEP 11 : 
When the domain 3 reaches adequate membership let them select two representatives of the  domain who are called DB3.  

STEP 12 : 
Let them visit the site and enter name of the country. It is called domain 4. Answer the queries and  enter the details of DB3 and get them confirmed . 
Now your group members , through DB0 , DB1, DB2, DB3, can theoretically reach all members in  the county

STEP 13 : 
You can interact directly too after they contact you in response to your message  reaching them through the chain of your devabharis. DB3 operate at the state and country level .  When adequate DB3 are present select a few DB4 and enter them get them confirmed in domain  

STEP 14 : 
DB5, The last domain, the world. They operate at country and world level.  

STEP 15 : 
Our 33 Koti Devata network can link up and unify all. In the beginning Devabharis are the link  agents. In due course, plenty of healthy interconnections will also get established which will make  the entire devata society an organic loving whole.  

Making major changes

Daivee sampath, mutual help, joint action are the main features of 33 Koti Devata. Also universal welfare ,  unity, mutual help and elevation , absence of permanent power structure or people, organized organic  community based decisions, comprehensive local to global coverage, dynamic non politicized impersonal  structure, absence of any major role for money, absence of vested interests and presence of effective  methods to control of asuri vipath will also remain key permanent features of this movement. However,  in order to meet the challenges of the times, over a long period of time, suitable changes may be made  as needed in the structure, rules and methods while keeping the above core concepts and goals intact.  Once Koti Devata has covered nearly all the Sanatanis of the world such changes may be done. For this  the same methods and procedures as used by 33 Koti Devata in deciding whom to vote during the  election of governments may be adopted. Every idea gets seeded at the lowest level and swims upwards  and all around as needed and finally gets voted in or out in a global decision making ceremony. 

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