Zakir Hussain (politician): Nation

Zakir Hussain (politician) was 3rd President of India. Explore interesting quotes on nation.
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“He had hardly had any pretence of the politicians. For him education was not confined to lecture halls and laboratories. Rather, it was an essential part of national survival. He always set his eyes on the objectives which are essential to the destiny of the nation.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

Times of India in: p. 347.
About Zakir Hussain, Quest for Truth (1999)

Education , Parting

“Politics, especially in our country, is like a mountain stream which suddenly overflows and soon recedes, while educational work flows not only during monsoon but also in the summer by melting the hearts of mountains. Politics is concerned with the strengthening of national existence and is impatient by nature, education is dedicated to social ideals, it is inherently patent. Which is why education is the master and politics its servant.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

In:p.6.
Uniqueness of Zakir Husain and His Contributions (1997)

Education , Mountain , Nature , Heart

“To seek to exclude any of these because of age or association with some particular elements of our national being would almost be an act of treason. In the rich history of our country nothing is good or bad because it is new or old…Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christian or Parsi.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

On the past inheritance of India, p. 26.
Uniqueness of Zakir Husain and His Contributions (1997)

Age , History , Country

“It seems that institution has a great role to play in the development of India’s national life. Were I not convinced of this I would not have come to Aligarh leaving the Jamia work, to which intellectually and emotionally I am so deeply committed.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

In:P.7/
Uniqueness of Zakir Husain and His Contributions (1997)

Life

“I maintain that education is a prime instrument of national purpose and that the quality of its education is inseparably involved in the quality of the nation.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

Source: Philosophy of Education, p. 86.

Education

“I have pledged loyalty to the Constitution of India…it is the constitution of a new state, enacted by independent citizens for the first time in the history of the country. Ours is a young and new state, though it represents an ancient community that has sought to attain eternal, constant values over the centuries with the help and cooperation of other communities and its own unique style… Our past is neither static nor dead. Rather, it is a living and dynamic entity. It has its bearings upon our present and helps us in constructing our future…I perceive it clearly that education should play an important role in the renewing our past. I firmly adhere to the truth that education is the real means for realizing national objectives. The essential features of a nation are determined by its educational plans”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

In his a first address on 13 May 1967 as as President of India delivered in the central hall of the Parliament, in: p. 337.
Quest for Truth (1999)

Truth , Education , History , Communication

“Apart from being a true Muslim, he represented the secular character of our democratic constitution. People of all creed, colour and class sought his blessings and derived guidance from him. He expressed his views candidly on the whole range of national and international issues. He had won acclaim throughout the world. The whole world recognized him as a champion of peace and harmony.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

Congress Working Committee, in: p. 347.
About Zakir Hussain, Quest for Truth (1999)

World , Peace , People

“He was very sensitive about his particular views on national history and culture. Soon after Independence, both inside and outside India, Indian nationalism and culture were closely identified with Hinduism and its peculiar culture. After assuming the offices of Governor, Vice-President and President of the Republic, he regarded as his duty to present his above-mentioned viewpoint in an effective and moving manner. He wanted to keep the collective conscience alive on this view.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

Source: About Zakir Hussain, Quest for Truth (1999), p. 339.

History

“It is extremely gratifying that you remained steadfast on the course charted by the Father of the Nation when the fury of tempest of chauvinism had either uprooted or shaken many a stalwart. We have established a secular polity in our country in which no distinction based on religion will have a place. By your words and actions you have fortified this secular ideal. Now in the form of Vice President and also as an incumbent of our Democratic Republic we will get your guidance.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

Atal Bihari Vajpayee in: p. iv.
About Zakir Hussain, Quest for Truth (1999)

Religion , Country

“A quiet strength of character was his hallmark. He never looked back once he undertook a step, indeed as he did when he left Aligarh is response to Gandhiji’s call…Deeply inspired and influenced by Gandhiji, he was determined to translate into reality a dream of an educational institution which would give Swaraj a wholesome dimension in education and would nurture intellectual leadership for independent India. Thus was born Jamia Milia, a unique national institution and an innovative experiment in education. Today, as Central University, Jamia Milia is a thriving monument for his tireless and unprecedented vision.”

Zakir Hussain (politician)

Khurshid Alam Khan in: Foreword.
About Zakir Hussain, Quest for Truth (1999)

Universe , Education , Reality , Dreams