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“Wisdom is not a matter of study, but a matter of living, and of sure action which rises above opposites.”

Quote by Nilakanta Sri Ram

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Nilakanta Sri Ram

Nilakanta Sri Ram, born on December 15, 1889, and died on April 8, 1973. His profession and category are unknown. more

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