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Anna Hazare

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Anna Hazare in 2011

Kisan Baburao Hazare (Marathi: किसन बाबुराव हजारे) (born 15 January 1940), popularly known as Anna Hazare (Marathi: अण्णा हजारे), is an Indian social activist who is especially recognised for his contribution to the development of Ralegan Siddhi, a village in Parner taluka of Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra, India and his efforts for establishing it as a model village, for which he was awarded the Padma Bhushan—the third-highest civilian award—by the government of India in 1992. He is also notable for his demonstration against corruption in India during 2011 India against corruption movement.

Quotes

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  • If we want to rid the country of corruption, we have to take the initiative. We can’t keep waiting for someone else to do it.
  • My fight is for the people. I will not allow my country to be looted anymore.
  • This is not the time to sit back and relax. It's time to wake up and save the country.
  • Every drop of my blood will contribute to the growth of this nation. I will keep fighting till my last breath.
  • True patriotism is not just about waving the flag. It is about giving back to the country and standing up for what is right.
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