‘Can patience be legislated?’: Tharoor’s Vande Mataram post draws BJP’s ire
The Congress and BJP grapple over Vande Mataram's recitation length as it prepares for nationwide observance on Independence Day. Congress member Shashi Tharoor notes the current law criminalizing insult to the national song was passed hastily, questioning if respect and patience can be legislated. BJP spokesperson C R Kesavan criticizes Tharoor's remarks as "callous," alleging Congress dishonors sacrifices of freedom fighters.
Nehru's 1948 letter to Jana Sangh founder Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee reveals his reservations about Vande Mataram's suitability as a national anthem due to its orchestral challenges, preferring Jana Gana Mana's triumphant tune.
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