While one discusses the contribution of literature by the Saints one must underscore the correct meaning of social reformation. In developmental debate some terms are interchangeably used. We must define them accurately before understanding their inter-relationship. Social development consists of welfare services, social services, social security and finally social well being which is a spiritual term. Social welfare services for the deprived and disabled individuals and groups.
Social security provides protection and safety net.
Its roots are to be traced to the Indian Philosophy. This is modern terminology. The Saints have concentrated on peace, harmony and social well being in a broader sense. Saints like Jnaneshvara have elaborated all of them, leading to the final goal of spiritual well being. The man is defined not only as a social animal but as a planning animal.