India, Jan. 26 -- as we celebrate Republic Day on January 26, it is important to remember the rich culture of our nation and the sacrifices made by our leaders to build this country. As we gear up to celebrate this special day, check out these 20 patriotic and inspirational quotes from our freedom fighters.

1. "Ours is not a drive for power, but purely a non-violent fight for India's independence." - Mahatma Gandhi.

2. "So long as you do not achieve social liberty, whatever freedom is provided by the law is of no avail to you." - BR Ambedkar.

3. "It is easy to kill individuals, but you cannot kill the ideas. Great empires crumbled, while the ideas survived."- Bhagat Singh.

4. "Don't see others doing better than you; beat your own reco...