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L.K. Advani Birth Anniversary 2024: Today, November 8, marks the birth anniversary of L.K. Advani, the co-founder of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and one of India’s most influential political leaders. L.K. Advani's actions and positive words have inspired millions across the country. He is known for his dedication to the nation and his impeccable vision for a stronger, unified India. Advani’s words have always reflected his deep commitment to values like integrity, patriotism, and public service.

Throughout his speeches and writings, he emphasized the importance of hard work, resilience, and a strong sense of responsibility toward society—qualities that truly resonate with people of all ages. His belief in the power of unity, discipline, and ethical leadership serves as a powerful reminder of the role individuals can play in shaping their communities and country. So, today on his birth anniversary, we have curated some of his most valuable and inspiring quotes that you must read on this special day.

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Quotes By The Co-Founder Of Bharatiya Janata Party L.K. Advani

"The limits and boundaries (of the party) should not be crossed. However, the unrest within the party will not affect the development of the state."

"India has received an honest government at Centre under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The government is determined to fulfil all its promises and it is moving in the right direction to do so."

"1 do not see any sign in our polity that assures me, any outstanding aspect of leadership. A commitment to democracy and to all other aspects related to democracy is lacking

"I had told Atal Bihari Vajpayee in the early 1970s that I had developed an inferiority complex due to his speeches," Advani said in 2011 at an event organised to mark his birthday. He added: "I tell the same to Sushma Swaraj [the current external affairs minister] also. I really mean it."

"He said that he felt shy about speaking in public and always wanted to stay from giving public speeches. He even turned down the offer of being the president of the Jan Sangh, the party which would then turn into BJP, thinking he would not be able to address public gatherings. "I was in awe of Atal ji, and earlier felt that if politicians spoke so well, then I would not be able to make it," he said.

"Atalji will be remembered as the pioneer of the first-ever stable non-Congress coalition government at the Centre and I had the privilege of working as his deputy for six years"

"Under Mod's leadership, Gujarat will be able to achieve rural development in a manner in which it has not been achieved previously in India."

"Bullets for the Kar Sevaks, Biryani for the Kashmiri Militants"

"India should not betray its essentially Hindu personality."

"The essence of Indian Democracy is respect for diversity and freedom of expression."

"Nation first, party next, Self last."