March 8, 2009
Mangalore

Dr G K Pillai, a prolific writer on an array of subjects ranging from public finance, value-added tax to scientific spirituality, was in Mangalore recently on a promotional tour of his latest work of fiction.   With the release of his recent book “The Queen of Genes”, this retired chief commissioner of excise and customs of the Indian Revenue Service (C & CE) has made a grand foray into writing fiction. This novel reveals several fascinating facets of the female mindset through his extensive studies on genetics.  Dr Pillai had served as the chief commissioner of customs and central excise in Mangalore in 2002-2003.  In an exclusive heart-to-heart session with daijiworld Dr Pillai talks at length about his views on diverse topics, especially relating to the genetic superiority of the female species, espoused by him in his latest book. 

Despite not being blessed with good health Dr G K Pillai’s unbridled enthusiasm to talk on issues dearer to his heart takes anyone by surprise.  He comes across as an affable man in his early 60’s driven by the desire to dispel the centuries-old myth of male superiority, which has come to be accepted both willingly and forcibly.  His novel “Queen of Genes” is a fascinating account of female superiority supported by scientific facts. He arrives at this conclusion through his studies on genetics and his worldly experience with women of different caliber. He has been conducting interactive sessions in different parts of the country and is trying to know the reactions of people to his latest novel.  “Through my interactions with youngsters I want to know the general response to my novel particularly from young women.  Through these communications and feedback I want to convey to the audience that India’s backwardness is mainly because of the generally prevalent gender inequality”, he states as a matter of fact. 

The book was launched in Mumbai in December 2008 and by April it would be available in various book stalls all over the country.  Generally the book is well received except for an occasional criticism that the author is little too obsessed with ‘female superiority’.  Dr Pillai is aware of this disapproval but says “I am happy I have succeeded in driving home the message I wanted to, combining facts with fiction to prove what I have been able to unearth through my study”. 

Exposing Pseudo Superiority:

The story gives rational explanations of unconventional behaviour patterns of women and their continuous evolution leading to challenging the accepted male superiority.  The book underlines the spiritual attitude to feminine life proving in the process that every woman is a mystic because of her inherited capacity to surrender self-interest for the cause of the family and society.  Women play a pivotal role in promoting unity and equality on a global basis.  Though they are subjected to continuous subjugation and exploitation, in the long run they will certainly take over the planet.  

According to him, a woman is the super creation of evolution.  Her body structure and powers of mind are simply mind boggling.   This is mainly due to the evolutionary advantage women possess because of the extra ‘x’ chromosome that they possess, which makes them easily adapt to various situations both emotionally as well as intellectually.  He argues that females inherit ‘x” chromosome from two sources and one inactivates in a random manner and just before inactivation in every cell there is a process of re-correcting.  Hence the chance of female inheritance of diseases is much less as compared to males.  Except for depression which women are more prone to, as compared to males there are no major diseases affecting women?  It means that women play a quintessential role in promoting a healthy society and a healthy nation. 

He terms the recent pub attacks in Mangalore “as an act of pseudo superiority which stems from inferiority complex of males”.  He feels his book underlining the female superiority will embolden women to assert their rightful place in the society, giving them more confidence and greater strength.   

Rationality Vs Spirituality:

Dr Pillai has put forward his views in the fiction form as only a story can go deep into the minds of the people.  He is pleased by the positive response his book evoked during the interactive session at St Aloysius College in Mangalore and is optimistic that his book would bring to the fore the well known facts of female superiority with a scientific basis.  He is also aware of the resentment his book would draw from male folks as it challenges their pseudo superiority.  

Dr Pillai has also been conducting interactive sessions on ‘spiritual awareness’ and ‘stress management’ a gift of the modern society’s penchant for material pleasures.  “In the present circumstances one cannot depend on rationality alone unless one has evolved to such an extent like Budha or Jesus Christ. That is why spirituality leads to a better society by having a less aggressive attitude, less violence, respect for other person particularly women and respect for society and law.  Rationality cannot be equated with spirituality.  Real rationalism is making another person happy without compromising your curiosity.  Whereas spirituality is thinking different from yourself”, he argues. 

Ultimately Dr Pillai’s argument is that everything depends on being conscious.  Happiness comes from the knowledge of one thing – that consciousness is everything and I know nothing.  He says “Real wisdom of a person is derived from his humility that he knows nothing.  If a person is not in conscious everything else is immaterial.  If a person has a sense of humility he is the happiest person in the world”.

Female Sensuality – Stirring Hornet’s Nest?

Dr Pillai deals at length with the other equally important but sensitive issue of female sexuality.  “Generally men think they are sexy and women are not. Men think so because of the visibility of their sexual organs.   But the truth is that women are sexually more aware than men and are capable of enjoying sex than men”, he points out.    Naturally, his next book is on this issue aptly titled “Sexuality of Women”, which he feels will stir hornet’s nest. 

Women never cease to fascinate Dr Pillai.  For him every woman is a mystic, who thinks differently from an ordinary person.  An ordinary person is self-centered whereas a mystic is selfless.  He identifies these virtues in women which ordinary men are incapable of identifying or understanding.

In fact “Mystic Awareness for the Modern Mind” was the first book Dr Pillai wrote on scientific spirituality and was termed as a pathfinder to an enriched existence.  His other book modern version of “Upanishads”, basically aimed at the intelligent youth seeking a rational mode of spirituality.  He has also explored the mystic vision of the great sage through his book “Shri Ramana Maharshi.  Though age is on his side he is aware of his failing health.  But that has not dampened his spirits and he is all set to bring out his next publication. 

Dr Pillai has also launched an NGO “Children’s Cancer Care,” with a view to help the poor and needy cancer afflicted children in need of timely treatment. Having seen his grandson successfully overcoming the disease, thanks to the American Health Care system, he began this centre to provide necessary help   Sale proceeds from his book ‘Queen of Genes will go to the support and rehabilitation of AIDS and Cancer patients of Children’s Cancer Care.   

Credit certainly goes to Dr Pillai for scientifically proving that women are superseding men in all spheres of life by the sheer strength of their inherent powers and for advising men to accept and respect their superiority.  That this has been advocated with scientific proof by a male has added some credence to the theory of female superiority.  So, are the males complaining?