Mukherjee highlighted unity in diversity as foundation of India: RSS
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The RSS has said that former president Pranab Mukherjee, in his speech at the organization headquarters in Nagpur, underscored 'unity in diversity' as the foundation of India.
"Mukherjee's address reminded the glorious history of the nation...5,000-year-old cultural heritage of the country. Our state system may have changed but our values remain the same," RSS Spokesperson Arun Kumar said, thanking Mukherjee for attending the event.
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Mukherjee believes India's soul resides in pluralism and tolerance
Mukherjee yesterday warned that any attempt to define India through "religion, hatred, dogmas and intolerance" will dilute our existence and said public discourse must be freed of all forms of violence, as he addressed an RSS event despite criticism by the Congress and his family.
Mukherjee, in a strong-worded speech on 'nation, nationalism and patriotism', said India's soul resides in pluralism and tolerance.