The News Freedom
Goa, November 9
Vice President, Jagdeep Dhankhar, on Thursday said that the role of a Governor is very important. There are only two constitutional functionaries who take a different oath. The Governor, along with the President, takes the oath to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution”, not just to abide by it. “They ensure that everyone falls in line, because they must protect the Constitution and also serve the people.” he said while addressing the gathering after releasing the 200th book, ‘Vaman Vriksha Kala’ authored by Goa Governor, P.S. Sreedharan Pillai, at Raj Bhavan in Goa.
The role of a Governor is very important.
There are only two Constitutional functionaries who take a different oath.
The Governor, along with the President, takes the oath to "Preserve, Protect and Defend the Constitution", not just to abide by it.
They ensure that everyone… pic.twitter.com/Mz9cfOtKXo
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) November 9, 2023
The Vice-President asserted that no power on earth can deprive our population of Fundamental Rights and Human Rights. Describing the imposition of Emergency as “the darkest period in history” he called upon everyone to move ahead, carrying the lessons learned from that period.
He said, “We are the largest democracy, home to one-sixth of humanity. We have to set an example for others! India is now in Amrit Kaal. This is India’s Gaurav Kaal, because right from space to sky to land to sea- we have phenomenal growth!.
The Vice-President noted that the book’s launch comes at an opportune time, offering a way to find solace and peace to people amid their hectic lifestyles. The book creates a “tranquil space to connect with nature”, he added. He also stated that Bonsai is an art form originating in India, contrary to the common belief associating it with China and Japan.
Describing the passage of the Nari Shakti Vandanc Adhiniyam as a ‘glorious moment’ in history after three decades of attempts, Dhankhar attributed its success to a visionary, dedicated, and consensus-driven approach.
Referring to humans as the “trustees of the planet,” the Vice-President underlined that earth is not exclusively for humans but for all living beings, each with the right to live on the planet. He stressed the importance of creating a balance for the optimal use of natural resources, emphasizing that decisions should be based on needs rather than fiscal capability.
The Vice-President noted a significant transformation occurring on the country’s beaches following initiatives such as Swaccha Bharat. This shift toward a cleaner environment presents a “soothing spectacle for humans and takes care of the ecosystem”, he added. Expressing hope, the Vice-President said that these changes would lead to the preservation of the pristine beauty of these natural spaces.