India, Jan. 23 -- January 23 is observed as the birth anniversary of one of the most determined and formidable figures in the Indian freedom movement: Subhas Chandra Bose. He is also widely known as 'Netaji'. This year marks his 129th birth anniversary, born in Cuttack in 1897.

Netaji was a celebrated and deeply revered freedom fighter, and his vision and bravery still continue to inspire many. After quitting the Indian National Congress because of ideological differences, he joined the Indian National Army, where, under his strong leadership, he led military campaigns against British forces in Northeast India and Burma.

As an inspirational figure in the freedom struggle, his quotes from both speeches and writings continue to motivate g...