Summary
Patel helped join the many states of India after it became free.
He is called the ‘Iron Man’ for his strong leadership.
The day is celebrated as National Unity Day, and leaders gave flowers to his statue.
Key Points
4 points1
Patel played a key role in uniting India after independence.
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He served as the first deputy prime minister and home minister.
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His birthday is marked as National Unity Day.
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President Murmu and other leaders honored him with flowers.
New Words to Learn
8 wordsarchitect
someone who plans how something is built, like a country
unification
joining many pieces into one whole
integrity
being whole and strong
deputy prime minister
the second most important leader after the prime minister
home minister
the person who looks after safety and police
tribute
a special way to show respect
inspiration
something that makes you want to do good things
ideals
important beliefs or values
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