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प्रश्न
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Little things Little drops of water, Thus the little minutes, Little deeds of kindness, |
What important message does the above poem convey?
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उत्तर
It conveys the message that even little acts and gestures are important. We must not think that something is unimportant or insignificant just because it is small.
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