Anwar Defends 1937 Congress Decision to Adopt Two Verses of Vande Mataram

Anwar reiterated the historical context of the Vande Mataram dispute, noting that the 1937 Congress Working Committee resolution, inspired by Tagore, formally approved singing two undisputed verses. Prominent leaders of the freedom movement were present and collectively decided on this limited version to respect cultural sensitivities while fostering patriotism.