Significance of Neglect
Synonyms: Abandonment, Disregard, Indifference, Negligence, Inattention, Abandon, Discount
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Hindu concept of 'Neglect'
Neglect in Hinduism can be interpreted as an unconscious failure to uphold one's duties, leading to Adharma. This results from not performing essential actions as prescribed by spiritual texts, impacting moral and ethical responsibilities.
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) The unconscious transgression of duties that contributes to Adharma by failing to perform necessary actions as enjoined in scriptures.[1]
The concept of Neglect in scientific sources
Neglect is defined as the inability to meet a child's fundamental needs, distinguishing it as a specific area of concern in child welfare, as noted in the ICAST-CH-M framework.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) The failure to provide for a child's basic needs, identified as a separate domain in the ICAST-CH-M.[2]