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" I have always believed in evolving a consensus before taking any major decision. "

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" Democracy is our commitment. It is our great legacy, a legacy we simply cannot compromise. Democracy is in our DNA. "

" For me, my secularism is, India first. I say, the philosophy of my party is 'Justice to all. Appeasement to none.' This is our secularism. "

" If I am judged for my work, many myths about me as an autocrat or otherwise would become clearer. I feel false propaganda will not last, and truth will ultimately prevail. "

" International summits and organisations like WTO take decisions, which will bind us, and if we are not present in such summits, we may be hurt by the decisions taken. "

" The pace at which people are taking to digital technology defies our stereotypes of age, education, language and income. "

" My entire childhood was steeped in poverty. For me, poverty, in a way, was the first inspiration of my life, a commitment to do something for the poor. "

" Much of India that we dream of still lies ahead of us: housing, power, water and sanitation for all; bank accounts and insurance for every citizen; connected and prosperous villages; and, smart and sustainable cities. "

" Indians felt despondent about Indian governance. Changing that atmosphere of gloom was a very challenging task, and I faced many difficulties in rectifying the situation and bringing back confidence and hope. "

" I believe that a government has only one religion - India first. A government has only one holy book - our Constitution. A government has only one kind of devotion - towards nation. "

" I believe growth should be constant, sustained and inclusive. It's only meaningful if these three things are there. Otherwise they're just economic figures. "

" When the party gives me a responsibility, I must do it with complete dedication. God has given me the ability, which I utilise to its optimum. "

" The government's job is good governance for everybody. My government will make policies; if you fit into it, come on board, or stay where you are. My job is not to spoon-feed anyone. "

" Social media is reducing social barriers. It connects people on the strength of human values, not identities. "