New Delhi: January 23rd 2020 marks Subhash Chandra Bose’s birthday anniversary, he is fondly remembered as “Netaji”. He was one of the pioneers of Indian independence, his revolutionary ideas played an important role in the freedom movement. Born in Cuttack, Odisha he was the leader of Indian National Army, also known as the Azad Hind Fauj. Bose followed Jawaharlal Nehru to lead the younger wing of the Indian National Congress in the late 1920s. In the 1930s, when he visited Europe he wrote the book “The Indian Struggle”.
He tragically perished in a plan crash in 1945, though his death is still marred in mystery, his legacy continues. He revolutionary ideas still rings true today.
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Here are some of his famous quotes:
- “Freedom is not given - it is taken”
- “Give me blood and I will give you freedom!”
- “The secret of political bargaining is to look more strong than what you really are.”
- “No real change in history has ever been achieved by discussions.”
- “It is only on the basis of undiluted nationalism and of perfect justice and impartiality that the Indian Army of Liberation can be built up.”
- “Never lose your faith in the destiny of India. There is no power on Earth which can keep India in bondage. India will be free and, that to, soon.”
- “Life loses half its interest if there is no struggle- if there are no risks taken.”
- “Forget not that the grossest crime is to compromise with injustice and wrong. Remember the eternal law: you must give, if you want to get.”
- “Men, money, and materials cannot by themselves bring victory or freedom. We must have the motive-power that will inspire us to do brave deeds and heroic exploits. “
- “Soldiers who always remain faithful to their nation, who are always prepared to sacrifice their lives, are invincible.”