When I visited the RSS camp, I was very much impressed by your discipline and the complete absence of untouchability.
- Mahatma Gandhi at the RSS rally, Delhi 16.9.1947 --------------------------------------------------- In the Congress those who are in power feel that by virtue of authority they will be able to crush the R.S.S. By "danda" you cannot suppress an organization. Moreover "danda" is meant for thieves and "dakus". Using of "danda" will not help much. After all, R.S.S. men are not thieves and dacoits. They are patriots. They love their country.
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in a public meeting, Lucknow 6.1.1948
