A biography for Lal Bahadur Shastrihasn’t been written yet.
“Our way is straight and clear - the building up of a socialist democracy at home, with freedom and prosperity for all, and the maintenance of world peace and friendship with all nations abroad.”
“The speed with which we in the Congress are going down is sometimes frightening. Government administration in the districts is rapidly reaching a low level. No strong opposition party has been able to emerge.”
“We have to surmount the difficulties that face us and work steadfastly for the happiness and prosperity of our country.”
“I had always been feeling uncomfortable in my mind about giving advice to others and not acting upon it myself.”
“We believe in the dignity of man as an individual, whatever his race, colour or creed, and his right to better, fuller, and richer life.”