Does the Constitution Embody India's Soul and Strength? Rajasthan Speaker Devnani Thinks So!
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Key Takeaways
- The Constitution of India is regarded as the soul of the nation.
- Vande Mataram is a vital cultural emblem connected to India’s independence.
- Constitution Day highlights the importance of adopting constitutional values.
- The new Vande Mataram Gallery showcases India's cultural and historical journey.
- Youth engagement is essential for sustaining democratic values.
Jaipur, Nov 26 (NationPress) The Speaker of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, Vasudev Devnani, affirmed on Wednesday that the Constitution of India is entirely secure and poses no danger, describing it as the essence, future, and present of the nation.
He characterized it as one of the world’s most robust constitutions, facilitating peaceful and systematic transitions of power. Devnani highlighted that Vande Mataram transcends being a mere song; it stands as a testament to devotion towards the motherland and serves as a potent cultural force that fueled India’s independence movement.
During the Youth Dialogue Ceremony held on Constitution Day at the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, he commenced the event by lighting a lamp.
On this occasion, Devnani also unveiled the Vande Mataram Gallery within the Assembly’s Digital Museum, noting that Rajasthan may be the first state assembly to house such an exhibition. Established to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the song, the gallery showcases its historical journey through specially commissioned artwork.
Last year on Constitution Day, the Speaker inaugurated the Constitution Gallery in the Assembly’s Political Narrative Museum and created a Shaurya Vatika on the premises.
Devnani referred to Constitution Day as a celebration of national awareness, asserting that the youth can genuinely honor the framers of the Constitution by embodying constitutional values in their everyday lives. He emphasized that it is not just a day of remembrance, but a communal commitment to uphold justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
Stressing the supremacy of the nation, he encouraged youth to prioritize national interests, fulfill their responsibilities, and maintain faith in India’s democratic institutions.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel, who attended the event, remarked that justice is at the heart of the Constitution and should be accessible to everyone. He called on citizens to trust the justice system and inspire others to do the same.
Leader of the Opposition Tika Ram Jully mentioned that fortifying the Constitution is a collective duty.
Additional Advocate General G.S. Gill stated that the Constitution encapsulates the spirit of the Indian populace. Devnani shared that the newly opened gallery features 37 panels tracing the history, context, and cultural importance of Vande Mataram.
The gallery includes the original Sanskritized Bengali text authored by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1875, a replica manuscript, rare photographs, letters, speeches, and video content illustrating its significance in the Swadeshi and freedom movements.
He mentioned that the gallery seeks to motivate the younger generation by emphasizing patriotism, duty, and constitutional loyalty as the cornerstones of Indian democracy.
Additionally, Devnani has redesigned the entrance of the Political Narrative Museum with murals that reflect Rajasthan’s rich cultural heritage.