Ananda Marga
Ananda Marga is a global spiritual and social service organization founded in 1955 by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti (Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar). The mission of Ananda Marga is self-realization (individual emancipation) and service to humanity (collective welfare): the fulfillment of the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of all people. Through its meditation centers and service projects around the world, Ananda Marga offers instruction in meditation, yoga, and other self-development practices on a non-commercial basis, and responds to social emergencies and long-term social needs.Â
Ideology
The ideology of Ananda Marga is Self-Realization and Service to All.
Both aspects are complementary to each other, and both are necessary for a balanced and fulfilling life.