RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat recalled an incident from the 1930s, saying that an attempt was made to ban the organisation in the Central Provinces Assembly at the time. He said: At that time, no volunteer came forward in support of the RSS. In such a situation, a man named Ibrahim defended the organisation, saying that the RSS should not be banned because it was not a communal organisation. Bhagwat said Ibrahim had argued that those who claim India is a Hindu nation should be sent to a mental hospital. He added, “I know Dr Hedgewar. He is not mentally ill; he is a good person. Therefore, the RSS cannot be communal.” 4 key points from Bhagwat’s speech 1. Nation-building through individual development: The RSS aims to improve society and the country by developing individuals. The organisation’s founder, Dr Hedgewar, believed that good individuals are the foundation of a good society and nation. 2. Pracharaks dedicate their entire lives to the organisation: RSS pracharaks work for the organisation and society without expecting any personal gain, ego-driven recognition or benefits. They even give up their personal desires for the organisation. 3. Pracharaks’ sacrifices inspire others: The dedication and sacrifices of pracharaks and volunteers cannot be adequately explained in words. They can only be experienced by living and working alongside them. Their lives inspire others to serve society. 4. Pracharaks connect volunteers with the organisation’s goals: Not every volunteer is able to fully live up to the ideals, but everyone tries to do good for society. Through their conduct and dedication, pracharaks keep volunteers connected to the organisation’s objectives. Post navigation ‘Ramayana Part-1’ earns ₹375 cr in 3 days:Needs ₹5,000 cr collection for profit; where was ₹2,000 cr spent? Was there a fire in Farah Khan’s building?:Choreographer issues angry clarification, says, ‘Don’t use everything to create clickbait’