Quote by Jawaharlal Nehru

You don't change the course of history by turning the faces of portraits to the wall.

You don't change the course of history by turning the faces

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This quote implies that history cannot be altered or ignored by simply ignoring or hiding the evidence. In order to truly change the course of history or make a difference, one must actively confront and address the issues and problems at hand. It emphasizes the need for proactive action rather than passive incompliance.

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By Jawaharlal Nehru

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