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What’s in a name? On Independence Day, TOI talks to Gandhi, Subhas Bose and Jawaharlal Nehru
Many parents once named children after freedom fighters and national leaders. Today, such names are uncommon, replaced by modern choices. Those still bearing these historical names possess unique stories to share. One such individual, Jawaharlal Nehru, carries his name from his freedom fighter father. His father insisted on the name, securing necessary permissions for his son.
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