The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today said the Constitution of India had ensured "dignity of Indians, and unity of India." He was speaking in the Lok Sabha, on the occasion of the special sitting to commemorate Constitution Day, and the 125th birth anniversary of the architect of constitution,Dr B R Ambedkar.
The Prime Minister said that in a diverse country such as India, we need to actively take the provisions of the Constitution to the people. The observance of 26th November as Constitution Day reflects the Union Government’s thinking in that light, he said, adding that the concept will evolve over time.
The Prime Minister said that no praise is enough for the people who created our Constitution, and added that Dr. Ambedkar's contributions can never be denied. Dr. BR Ambedkar's thoughts and teachings have been valid, true, and applicable to all generations, the Prime Minister said.
He said that democracy becomes stronger through consensus and agreement; while the concept of majority and minority is always the last resort.
The Prime Minister said that citizens should pay equal attention to their rights and duties. The Prime Minister described his "Idea of India" as "Satyameva Jayate" and "Sarva Panth Sambhav."
PM @narendramodi appreciates the efforts of Lok Sabha Speaker Smt. Sumitra Mahajan & says her address will be remembered as very inspiring.
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The spirit of this discussion is 'us' not 'me' or 'you': PM @narendramodi
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This nation is made by so many people, all the governments: PM @narendramodi
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Dignity for Indians and unity for India...this is what our Constitution is about: PM @narendramodi
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To make the Constitution of a nation like India, it is not easy: PM @narendramodi appreciates the efforts of makers of the Constitution
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To strengthen our democracy, it is important for people to know about the aspects of our Constitution: PM @narendramodi
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Babasaheb Ambedkar witnessed so much yet there was no bitterness in him and it did not reflect in the Constitution as well: PM
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In a democracy, consensus is what gives the greatest strength: PM @narendramodi
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We are very proud of those who have given their lives for the freedom of our nation: PM @narendramodi
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It is important to strengthen rights and it is as important to strengthen duties: PM @narendramodi
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Our focus must be on how our Constitution can help the Dalits, the marginalised and the poor: PM @narendramodi in the Lok Sabha
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800 million youngsters...what can be better than that. We have to create opportunities for them: PM @narendramodi
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Grievance redressal systems give strength to a democracy: PM @narendramodi
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