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प्रश्न
Explain the important elements of Nehru’s letter.
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उत्तर १
Title: A Birthday Letter
Author: Jawaharlal Nehru
Characters: Jawaharlal Nehru and his daughter Indira.
Theme: “As we sow, so we reap”.
Jawaharlal Nehru is in Naini prison. He is unable to send a birthday present to his young daughter, Indira, who is just 13 years old. Instead of sending a gift, he sends her a birthday letter. Though he wishes to talk to her, he writes a letter to his daughter. He reminds her of her fascination towards the historical character in the story of Joan of Arc, which she had read earlier.
Nehru emphasises the significance of history in making men and women heroic in their lives. He is of the view that history helps even simple, ordinary people to become heroes. He tells her about the great leaders who can inspire the whole people and make them do great deeds. He also shares the magic of Babuji’s message, which has stolen the hearts of millions of Indians. They have made history in the present.
Nehru and Indira are even fortunate to see it and take some part in the great drama. Nehru insists on her being courageous. He induces the spirit to respect India’s honour, which is a secret trust. He cites Babuji’s leadership as one of openness and transparency.
Nehru wants his daughter to be in the group in the light, unafraid, serene, and unruffled. Finally, he tells her to make friends in the light and do nothing secretly. Nehru is quite confident that Indira will grow up into a brave soldier in India’s service.
“Be brave and all the rest follows”.
उत्तर २
Jawaharlal Nehru is in Naini prison. He usually gives a present to his young daughter Indira, who is 13. But now he cannot do so. He writes her a birthday letter as her present. He reminds me of the historical character Joan of Arc. He emphasises the significance of historical events. History even helps common people to become heroes. Great leaders inspire ordinary people to do noble deeds.
He admires Babuji, whose magic message from the prison has stolen the hearts of India’s millions. It has made all participate in the freedom movement. He cites the people working with no secrecy or hiding. Nehru wishes that Indira would do anything openly. If she does so, she will group up unafraid, serene, and unruffled, whatever may happen. Finally, he blesses her that she may grow into a brave soldier in India’s service.
“Openness can bring happiness, courage, and success ”.
Notes
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