All about Jawaharlal Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru was a very important person in India's history. He was born on November 14, 1889, in Allahabad, India. Nehru was a kind and smart man who loved his country very much. He worked hard to help India become a free and independent country. Nehru went to school in England and later became a lawyer. He met other great leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, who taught him about fighting for freedom in a peaceful way. Nehru joined the Indian National Congress and became a leader in the fight for India's independence from British rule. In 1947, India finally became free, and Nehru became the country's first Prime Minister. He worked hard to make India a strong and peaceful country. Nehru believed in helping all people, no matter their background, and he worked to make sure everyone had equal rights. Nehru was a great leader and a good friend to many countries around the world. He loved children and believed they were the future of India. He also wrote books for children and inspired many to dream big. Jawaharlal Nehru's legacy lives on, and he is remembered as a beloved leader of India.

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A Visit to India

My name is Fiona and I am 8 years old. I recently went on a trip to India with my family, and it was so amazing! One of the places we visited was the Nehru Planetarium in New Delhi. This place is famous because it was established in honor of Jawaharlal Nehru, who was a very important leader in India.

1. We watched a show at the planetarium about space and the stars. It was so cool to learn about the universe!
2. There was a giant model of the solar system inside the planetarium. I got to see how all the planets move around the sun.
3. We also visited the science museum next to the planetarium. I had so much fun doing all the interactive exhibits there!
4. After our visit, I learned more about Jawaharlal Nehru and how he was the first Prime Minister of India. It was really interesting to learn about his life and his contributions to the country.
5. I can't wait to visit more places in India and learn more about its history and culture!

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