I refuse to accept that the world is so poor, when just one week of global spending on armies is enough to bring all of our children into classrooms.

For centuries, we were taught that anger is bad. Our parents, teachers, priests, everyone taught us how to control and suppress our anger. But I ask: why can't we convert our anger for the larger good of society?

During the past few years North East India has emerged as one of the biggest destinations for child trafficking.

Childhood means simplicity. Look at the world with the child's eye - it is very beautiful.

A lot of work still remains but I will see the end of child labor in my lifetime.

I am really honoured but if the prize had gone to Mahatma Gandhi before me I would have been more honoured

There is no greater violence than to deny the dreams of our children.