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“The single aim of my life is that every child is: free to be a child, free to grow and develop, free to eat, sleep, see daylight, free to laugh and cry, free to play, free to learn, free to go to school, and above all, free to dream.”

Quote by Kailash Satyarthi

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Kailash Satyarthi
Kailash Satyarthi

Kailash Satyarthi is an Indian activist renowned for his dedication to the eradication of child slavery and labor. Born on January 11, 1954, he has been a relentless advocate for children's rights, leading campaigns against child exploitation and pushing for policy reforms. His efforts have resulted in the rescue of tens of thousands of children from forced labor, and he has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014, alongside Malala Yousafzai. more

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