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Given below is a quotation of great thinker. What does this quotation convey to you in the present context? "Faith is of no avail in the absence of strength. Faith and strength, both are essential to accomplish any great work." — Sardar Patel

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Sardar Patel's powerful statement underscores a timeless truth: conviction alone, however profound, is insufficient without the capability and resolve to act. In today's context, this means that having 'faith' in a vision – whether it's for national development, social justice, or personal ambition – provides direction and motivation. This faith could be an unshakeable belief in democratic ideals, sustainable growth, or even one's own potential.

However, without 'strength' – encompassing not just physical prowess but also moral courage, administrative competence, strategic planning, and unwavering perseverance – that faith remains a mere pipe dream. A nation might have faith in achieving economic superpower status, but without the strength of robust policies, infrastructure, skilled workforce, and the political will to overcome challenges, it won't materialize. Similarly, an individual might believe in fighting corruption, but without the strength to withstand pressure and act with integrity, their resolve will falter. True accomplishment, therefore, is born from this indispensable synergy of belief and practical fortitude.

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