"प्राप्यापदं न व्यथते कदाचिदुद्योगमन्विच्छति चाप्रमत्तः।दुःखं च काले सहते महात्मा धुरन्धरस्तस्य जिताः सपत्नाः॥"
Meaning:
One who, having faced adversity, is never distressed, but diligently seeks solutions without carelessness; one who patiently endures difficulties in due time – such a great soul, a leader, conquers all adversaries.
Relevance for UPSC (GS4/Essay):
This Subhashitam highlights the virtues of resilience, perseverance, and proactive problem-solving in the face of adversity, crucial qualities for civil servants and ethical leadership (GS4). It can be used in essays or ethics answers to emphasize the importance of courage, self-confidence, and relentless hard work for individual success and national development.