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Saturday 15 August 2015

The Value of Independence



There has been a recent trend in the country to belittle the leaders of Indian independence struggle, or compare them against each other to decide which was the better one. Indian freedom movement was not a competition. It was the struggle of a nation to assert its right to self-respect, and dignity.

It doesn’t matter who contributed how much. Every freedom fighter, whether it was the common man, or a great leader deserves equal respect. Indian Independence is a great milestone in the history of mankind. It demonstrated to the world the Indian maxim – truth always wins. Don’t ruin the value of the mighty struggle by glorifying one leader, and vilifying the other. Whatever their differences may be, they fought for the same goal – freedom against oppression.

It isn't right to judge the actions of freedom fighters when you yourself haven't fought for India's independence. Let me borrow a quote from the former Prime minister, Atal Bihari Vajapayee, tum kya jano azadi kya hoti hai, tumhe muft me mili na kimat gayi chukai”. 

It's the duty of every Indian to maintain the independence instead of debating on who is responsible for getting independence. Independence is a responsibility to be nurtured. Thousands of Indians sacrificed their family, career, and life for freedom.

Indian Independence day is the day of pride of every Indian, and everyone else who is against oppression. Let our independence serve as a hope to every nation who dreams to win against tyranny.

Happy Independence Day India!



Image Courtesy: Charuhas Acharya @ A glimpse of Paradise

14 comments:

  1. Very true Kiran.More than the extent of individual contribution it is the collective outcome that matters. Happy Independence Day.

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    1. Thanks Somali. True, the collective outcome matters more. :)

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  2. Well said! :) Happy Independence Day :)

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  3. So true, Kiran. I totally agree with you. A lovely post on this special occasion :)

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  4. Great Post..Happy Independence day to us

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  5. Very well said Kiran, very drop counts and every brick too....its shallow to think and compare....my respect to all who fought for independence.

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  6. Very well said, Kiran. I hope those who claim that their leaders are the only people to bring freedom, understand this simple matter. Belated independence day wishes, dear :)

    It was a pleasure to read your comments for my posts, even though I have been disappearing regularly from the blogosphere...
    TC, keep smiling :)

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