Gurdas Maan is a prominent Punjabi singer and lyricist who skillfully uses his songs to highlight social issues and promote equality. In this article, the author analyzes how Gurdas Maan uses his lyrics to challenge prejudices against the concept of 'aarti' or respect in society. Through insightful examples from his songs, Gurdas Maan argues that respect should be given based on one's character, not attributes like caste or gender. He advocates treating all human beings with equal dignity. The author praises Gurdas Maan for using his artistic talents to spread important social messages of unity, justice and compassion.

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