THE ETERNAL NETAJI OF INDIA-SUBHAS CHANDRA BOSE

(The Quiver) Today India is celebrating Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti .The great leader and the freedom fighter of India got birth in the land of Odisha. Bose was born on 23 January, 1897 in Odisha’s Cuttack to Janki Nath Bose and Prabhabati Bose. At a early age in the late 1920s, he followed Jawaharlal Nehru to head the youth wing of the INC. Following which, he became the party president in 1938. However, due to differences with Mahatma Gandhi, Bose was ousted from his leadership.

Netaji is best known for his advocacy and socialist policies. His active role as a participant of the non-cooperation movement and a renowned leader of the Indian National Congress (INC). He became a hero among Indians during the fight against the British owing to his open defiance and offensive strategies. The nationalist leader is regarded as one of the pioneers of Indian independence who firlmy followed his ideology “ freedom is not given,it is taken”.

As his death is still shrouded in mystery, Bose’s undeniable legacy continues to inspire generations. On the occasion of his 125th birth anniversary this year, here are some powerful quotes of Netaji which shows light to present generation. Read these and know the best ways to serve our Country.

1. One individual may die for an idea, but that idea will, after his death, incarnate itself in a thousand lives
2. Freedom is not given, it is taken.
3. Life loses half its interest if there is no struggle – if there are no risks to be taken
4. No real change in history has been achieved by discussion
5. The secret of political bargaining is to look more strong than what you really are.
6. It is our duty to pay for our liberty with our own blood.