Thought Of The Day By Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti, also known as 'Parakram Diwas' or Courage Day, is celebrated annually on January 23 to honour Indian nationalist leader, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Netaji was considered to be India’s most prominent freedom fighter who established and led the Indian National Army and formed alliances against the British during World War II. On his 129th birth anniversary, Netaji Subhas’s quotes and thoughts at the school assembly will inspire students to become courageous patriots.

Who Was Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose?

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was a freedom fighter of India, born in the year 1897. Instead of living a comfortable life in the I.C.S, he established the Indian National Army under his now-famous slogan, "Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom!" Under the leadership of Azad Hind, fighting against the British, Netaji’s slogan and fighting spirit, along with his call to Delhi to assemble under the war cry "Delhi Chalo," will remain iconic forever. Reportedly, he died in a plane crash in 1945.

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Thought Of The Day By Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

“Freedom is not given, it is taken.”

The motivational thought coined by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose that says "Freedom is not given, it is taken" instigates this concept that freedom must be fought for rather than merely being given.

Students must seize their dreams, which include excelling through exams or fighting for justice and also their passion. They should seize the chance of being fearless.

Motivational Quotes By Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

  • "Nationalism is inspired by the highest ideals of the human race, satyam [the truth], shivam [the god], sundaram [the beautiful]."
  • “We should have but one desire today - the desire to die so that India may live - the desire to face a martyr’s death, so that the path to freedom may be paved with the martyr’s blood.”
  • "Victory or defeat is not important, but the fight itself is everything."
  • "Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what little girls are made of."
  • "The nation will not be satisfied with mere political independence."
  • “Undoubtedly, purity and moderation are essential in childhood and youth.”

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  • "The true source of rights is duty. If we all discharge our duties, rights will not be far to seek."
  • “Forget not that the grossest crime is to compromise with injustice and wrong.”
  • “Never lose your faith in the destiny of India.”

As the country observed the 129th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, his motivational quotes and thoughts will inspire young minds at the school assemblies to develop patriotism, courage and a sense of purpose.


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