Prime Minister shares a Sanskrit Subhashitam, highlights the importance of focus and willpower in achieving growth through consistent practice

Quote/Subhashitam:

• एकाग्रताथ सङ्कल्पः स्नायुवद्‌ वर्द्धनक्षमौ। नित्याभ्यासप्रयोगाभ्यामधिकाधिकमृध्यतः॥

Meaning:

• Focus (Ekaagrata) and willpower (Sankalpa) are like our nervous system; they can be developed and strengthened. Through regular practice and consistent effort, both become increasingly stronger and more effective over time.

Relevance for UPSC (GS4/Essay):

• This Subhashitam can be used in GS4 Ethics to emphasize the importance of perseverance, self-control, and continuous effort in developing ethical competence and achieving personal and professional goals. In essays, it can serve as an introductory or concluding thought on themes related to discipline, success, character building, or the power of habit.