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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
Genre: Sociology / Political Philosophy / Buddhist Social Theory / Sri Lankan Non‑Fiction

Book Review:
The Power Pyramid and The Dharmic Cycle by A. T. Ariyaratne – founder of the Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement – contrasts two models of power distribution. The ''Power Pyramid'' represents conventional, centralized elite rule leading to inequality and conflict. The ''Dharmic Cycle'' proposes a decentralized, participatory, and ethical alternative rooted in Buddhist (Dhamma) principles and Sarvodaya philosophy (awakening of all). This work reflects Ariyaratne's decades of practical experience in community development. Essential reading for those interested in alternative social structures, Buddhist political thought, and Sarvodaya.