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Bahubali defeated his elder brother who was puffed up with pride, but at that very moment understood his fife's aim. He gave back the kingdom to his defeated brother and went away to meditate on God. He enriched the lives of his fellowmen with the light he received. The magnificent figure of Gommateshwara at Shravana-belagola in Kamataka State is that of Bahubali.

The architect of Nuclear Science in Modern India. His far­sightedness, powers of organization, and the encouragement and guidance young scientists received from him - these built up an invaluable asset for scientific work in India. He was a painter and worshipped the beauty of Nature. Science and art both enriched his mind and life. He was the ideal personality India needs today.

With his vow to remain truth­ful at all times, Harischandra successfully faced the rigorous challenge posed by Vishwamitra. Though a king, he sacrificed everything he had at the altar of truth, including his kingdom, and even his wife and son. He took so lowly a job as that of the guard at burning-ground;...

One of the greatest poets and dramatists in Sanskrit. His chronicle of the kings of the Raghu clan ('Raghuvamsha'), the great play 'Shakuntala' and other works depict, through many great characters, the highest ideals of life as seen by the ancient people of Bharat. 

Purity of mind and unswerving faith  in  the  efficacy of the spiritual path are exemplified In the life of Ambareesha, a great  devotee.   Durvaasa, though full of learning, had to face travails because of lack of self-control.   Ambareesha, by his piety,...

The mother of Shivaji, who was the protector of the country as well as religion. She was the guide who shaped his mind from his early years. She was the embodiment of self-respect. That great mother suffered in silence and became a source of inspiration to her heroic son.

Lava Kusha are sons of Rama and Sita. After Rama sent away Sita, who was pregnant, to the forest, the twin children were born to her in the hermitage of sage Valmiki. Desirous     of     performing     the Ashwamedha (Horse) sacrifice, Rama...

One of the greatest scientists of India. As Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, he guided research of the greatest importance to the country. A born scientist and a beloved teacher.

The revolutionary who taught that right conduct is heaven. He declared that work is worship and taught the ideals of simple living and the equality of all men. And he practiced what he preached.

The greatest emperor of Mauryan dynasty and his reign was considered the Golden age of Mauryas. The Wheel which adorns the flag of free India has kept His memory green. Lord of a vast empire, after a great victory on the battlefield he grew sick of violence and took an oath never to fight again....

Countless stories are told about the wit and the wisdom of Ramakrishna. A poor or­phan in his boyhood, he rose to be the favorite adviser of a powerful king. A scholar and a poet, Ramakrishna ex­posed superstition and stupid pride to ridicule.

Founder of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. His strong desire was that all the people should dedicate themselves for the service of the Motherland forgetting the differences of caste, creed, etc. He exemplified this ideal in his own life. He shone as a simple and loving personality.

She ruled over a small state, Keladi, for twentyfive years (1671-1696), but proved herself a great and heroic queen. She protected the kingdom when her husband failed in his duty. And she faced the wrath of the mighty Aurangazeb, and gave shelter to Rajaram, Shivaji's son.

A celebrated painter of modem India. A genius who was admired in many countries. His was an attractive personality, which combined boundless learning and a unique genius with unaffected modesty and gentle humour.