Quote by Sarojini Naidu
When there is oppression, the only self-respecting thing is to ris

When there is oppression, the only self-respecting thing is to rise and say this shall cease today, because my right is justice. If you are stronger, you have to help the weaker boy or girl both in play and in the work. – Sarojini Naidu

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