Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Subhas Chandra Bose about Post-Independence India

Subhas Chandra Bose's words about his plans for post-independence India
(from the book 'His Majesty's Opponent') -


"If we want to make India really great, we must build up  a political democracy on the pedestal of a democratic society. Privileges based on birth, caste or creed should go and equal opportunities should be thrown open to all irrespective of caste, creed or religion. The status of women should also be raised, and women should be trained to take a larger and a more intelligent interest in public affairs".

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