“Citizenship consists in the service of the country.”
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Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru served as the first Prime Minister of India from 1947 to 1964. A prominent leader in the Indian independence movement, he played a pivotal role in shaping the new nation's political and social landscape. Nehru was a philosopher, writer, and lawyer, and his vision for a secular, democratic, and modern India continues to influence the country's development. more
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Source: Selected Works of Jawaharlal Nehru: Advisory Board: M. Chalapathi Rau, H. Y. Sharada Prasad, and B. R. Nanda; General Editor: S. Gopal
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Source: Jawaharlal Nehru on Community Development and Panchayati Raj
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Source: Jawaharlal Nehru: An Autobiography : with Musings on Recent Events in India
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