“What we really are matters more than what other people think of us.”
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Quote by Jawaharlal Nehru
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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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