"Our vision and commitment is towards the country's progress, its place in the world and the happiness of its people."

"So far as the government is concerned, there is only one holy book, which is the constitution of India. My government will not tolerate or accept any discrimination based on caste, creed and religion."

"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."

"We will naturally pursue our goals on the strength of our own resources, skills and enterprise. But, we know that we will be more successful when we do this in partnership with the world."

"I should infinitely prefer a book."

"Cheating on a good woman is like choosing trash over treasure."