Aims and Objectives

1. To serve as an assembly of representatives of the Arya Samaj organisations in the Republic of
   South Africa.
2. Based on the ten principles of the Arya Samaj
3. In pursuance of the Ten (10) Principles of the Arya Samaj, the activities and programmes will be conducted on a non-profit basis with an altruistic or philanthropic intent for public, and common good.
4. Create an interest in and propagate Vedic Philosophy of the Hindu Religion in accordance
   with the principles as propagated by the Arya Samaj.
5. Promote Hindu Art, Hindu Culture and Indian Languages in accordance with the principles,
   tenets and doctrine of Vedic culture and values;
6. Promote academic study and research of Vedic literature.
7. Promote inter-religious dialogue between the different religions in South Africa, in Africa and
   internationally with the aim of understanding and appreciating the diversities and embracing
   the commonalties.
8. Encourage and engage in programmes that promote democracy, human rights, social
   cohesion, environmental sustainability, and inter-racial, cultural and gender harmony in
   South Africa as well as by engaging in dialogue and sharing values