India boasts a rich tapestry of literary heritage, with authors who have left an indelible mark on the world of literature. From the profound insights of Rabindranath Tagore to the evocative storytelling of Arundhati Roy, Indian authors have captivated readers with their diverse perspectives, vibrant imagery, and timeless wisdom. Through their words, they navigate the complexities of human existence, offering profound reflections on life, love, identity, and society.
The literary landscape of India is as diverse as its cultural fabric, encompassing a multitude of languages, regions, and traditions. Whether it’s the lyrical verses of Mirza Ghalib in Urdu poetry or the groundbreaking feminist narratives of Kamala Das in Malayalam literature, Indian authors have continually pushed boundaries, challenging societal norms and inspiring generations. Their works serve as windows into the rich tapestry of Indian culture, weaving together threads of history, mythology, and contemporary realities to create narratives that resonate across borders and generations.
Below, you’ll find a collection of quotes by Indian authors that encapsulate the depth and diversity of Indian literature. Feel free to draw inspiration from these profound words, whether you choose to display them on images, adorn them with stylish fonts, or simply let them stir your soul.
Without mathematics, there’s nothing you can do. Everything around you is mathematics. Everything around you is numbers. Shakuntala Devi
If agriculture goes wrong, nothing else will have a chance to go right. M. S. Swaminathan
Life is a song – sing it. Life is a game – play it. Life is a challenge – meet it. Life is a dream – realize it. Life is a sacrifice – offer it. Life is love – enjoy it. Sai Baba
Life is life – whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man’s own advantage. Sri Aurobindo
Self-belief and hard work will always earn you success. Virat Kohli
It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society. Jiddu Krishnamurti
A good wife is one who serves her husband in the morning like a mother does, loves him in the day like a sister does and pleases him like a prostitute in the night. Chanakya
Let my soul smile through my heart and my heart smile through my eyes, that I may scatter rich smiles in sad hearts. Paramahansa Yogananda
I have a secret project which adds four hours every day to the 24 hours we have. There’s a bit of time travel involved. Sundar Pichai
Happiness radiates like the fragrance from a flower and draws all good things towards you. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
Listen to the inner light; it will guide you. Listen to inner peace; it will feed you. Listen to inner love; it will transform you, it will divinise you, it will immortalise you. Sri Chinmoy
Education, leading to financial independence, has surely made women more empowered. Sudha Murty
When truth is on your side, you don’t need support. Hrithik Roshan
You can change friends but not neighbours. Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Good governance with good intentions is the hallmark of our government. Implementation with integrity is our core passion. Narendra Modi
The sign of a good society is where talent is respected. Irrfan Khan
Solitude helps you reflect. Ruskin Bond
Terrorism is not something that is being conducted in dark corners of Pakistan. It’s done in broad daylight. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
A lion runs the fastest when he is hungry. Salman Khan
The ignorant mind, with its infinite afflictions, passions, and evils, is rooted in the three poisons. Greed, anger, and delusion. Bodhidharma
My favourite virtue is not having any. Ram Gopal Varma
Cricket is not everything, not by any means, but it is a large part of who I am. MS Dhoni
As long as you remain true to yourself and continue training with sincerity, nobody can stop you from achieving excellence. Milkha Singh
We will use political power as a tool to improve the lives of the people. Mayawati
Growth comes from chaos, not order. Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
Let come what comes, let go what goes. See what remains. Ramana Maharshi
Life is a blur when one is essaying different roles; it is so fulfilling. Amitabh Bachchan
The power to question is the basis of all human progress. Indira Gandhi
Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing. Arundhati Roy
Success is not a good teacher, failure makes you humble. Shah Rukh Khan
I am a simple man who comes from a village, and villagers like us speak our mind. Now, in the process, if unknowingly my words came across as disrespectful or insulting, then I am deeply sorry. I don’t want to hurt anyone. Arijit Singh
So long as you do not achieve social liberty, whatever freedom is provided by the law is of no avail to you. B. R. Ambedkar
The art of a people is a true mirror to their minds. Jawaharlal Nehru
Life is not what you expect: it is made up of the most unexpected twists and turns. Ilaiyaraaja
Unity and secularism will be the motto of the government. We can’t afford divisive polity in India. Manmohan Singh
Hatred, anger, and violence can destroy us: the politics of polarization is dangerous. Rahul Gandhi
Everything happening around me is very random. I am enjoying the phase, as the journey is far more enjoyable than the destination. Sushant Singh Rajput
Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success. Swami Sivananda
Life needs to be like a roller-coaster ride with ups and downs. Otherwise, it’s not exciting. N. T. Rama Rao, Jr.
Discipline and united action are the real source of strength for the nation. Lal Bahadur Shastri
Trust is the first step to love. Munshi Premchand
I slept and dreamt that life was joy. I awoke and saw that life was service. I acted and behold, service was joy. Rabindranath Tagore
Nostalgia is not a place to live. Gulzar
If you desire ease, forsake learning. Nagarjuna
Life is a tide; float on it. Go down with it and go up with it, but be detached. Then it is not difficult. Prem Rawat
Sometimes legends make reality, and become more useful than the facts. Salman Rushdie
Leadership is hard to define and good leadership even harder. But if you can get people to follow you to the ends of the earth, you are a great leader. Indra Nooyi
Your inner voice is the voice of divinity. To hear it, we need to be in solitude, even in crowded places. A. R. Rahman
If you end up doing what you are passionate about, the journey is so easy. Rakesh Sharma
Look at the sky. We are not alone. The whole universe is friendly to us and conspires only to give the best to those who dream and work. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
I’m Indian. I care for our Motherland. Pawan Kalyan
Due to God’s grace and a good director, I became successful. Rajinikanth
A holiday is an opportunity to journey within. It is also a chance to chill, to relax. It is when I switch on my rest mode. Prabhas
Nothing is easy in cricket. Maybe when you watch it on TV, it looks easy. But it is not. You have to use your brain and time the ball. Rohit Sharma
But eventually it is a game of cricket. Sachin Tendulkar
We are what our thoughts have made us; so take care about what you think. Words are secondary. Thoughts live; they travel far. Swami Vivekananda
Childhood means simplicity. Look at the world with the child’s eye – it is very beautiful. Kailash Satyarthi
First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win. Mahatma Gandhi
You can be an absolute woman and also be smart and tough and not lose your femininity. Priyanka Chopra
When the flower blooms, the bees come uninvited. Ramakrishna
