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The rich never go hungry, but the poor are always starving. This is the real tragedy of our society.

— Premchand In Godaan (1936)

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A man's worth is not measured by his wealth but by his character and deeds.

In Karmabhoomi (1932)

If a woman does not get love in her life, it is better for her to die.

Cowardice asks the question, is it safe? Expediency asks the question, is it politic? Vanity asks the question, is it popular? But conscience asks the question, is it right?

Beauty doesn't need ornaments. Softness can't bear the weight of ornaments.

Considerations of high and low, Hindu and Muslim, and untouchability were all anathema to him. When he was superintendent of the schools.

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