India is pre-eminently distinguished for the many traits of original grandeur of thought and of the wonderful remains of immediate knowledge. (Friedrich Schlegel)

India is pre-eminently distinguished for the many traits of original grandeur of thought and of the wonderful remains of immediate knowledge.

Friedrich Schlegel

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