Corruption is the enemy of development, and of good governance. It must be got rid of. Both the government and the people at large must come together to achieve this national objective.

Women have talent and intelligence but due to social constraints and prejudices, it is still a long distance away from the goal of gender equality.

There should be no effort, consciously or otherwise, that will lead to the erosion of institutional credibility and authority.

It is an ideology born out of hatred and its adherents belong to no religion, culture or civilisation.

This post of President is a Constitutional post. It is the duty of everyone, all citizens to see that they respect the post... the institution of President.

Often, we are quick to find blame with others but yet are unable to give constructive responses. There seems to be a tendency to doubt almost everything. Do we not have faith in our own people's strengths and in our institutions? Can we afford distrust amongst ourselves?

I believe economic growth should translate into the happiness and progress of all. Along with it, there should be development of art and culture, literature and education, science and technology. We have to see how to harness the many resources of India for achieving common good and for inclusive growth.