We believe in peace and peaceful development, not only for ourselves but for people all over the world.
Lal Bahadur ShastriThose who govern must see how the people react to administration. Ultimately, the people are the final arbiters.
Lal Bahadur ShastriIndia will have to hang down her head in shame if even one person is left who is said in any way to be untouchable.
Lal Bahadur ShastriThat loyalty to the country comes ahead of all other loyalties. And this is an absolute loyalty, since one cannot weight it in terms of what one receives.
Lal Bahadur ShastriWe want freedom for our country, but not at the expense or exploitation of others, not us to degrade other countries...I want the freedom of my country so that other countries may learn something from my free country so that the resources of my country might be utilized for the benefit of mankind.
Lal Bahadur ShastriThere comes a time in the life of every nation when it stands at the cross-roads of history and must choose which way to go. But for us there need be no difficulty or hesitation, no looking to right or left. Our way is straight and clearโthe 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.
Lal Bahadur Shastri