A principle is the expression of perfection, and as imperfect beings like us cannot practise perfection, we devise every moment limits of its compromise in practice.

Without the study of Samskrit one cannot become a true Indian and a true learned man.

I believe it to be perfectly possible for an individual to adopt the way of life of the future. . . without having to wait for others to do so.

If we are to make progress, we must not repeat history but make new history. We must add to inheritance left by our ancestors.

Nonviolence is an intensely active force when properly understood and used.

[I]t seems to me as clear as daylight that abortion would be a crime.

Happiness eludes us if we run after it.