The greatness of BJP is that it recognises talent and performance, not pedigree or dynasty. As a result, a common karyakarta, who distributed pamphlets in the last election has now become a member of parliament.

My ideology is based on two ideals that have inspired me throughout my life -- the philosophy of Hindutva and the idea of economic prosperity and growth.

I will strive hard to be an effective voice of the young generation of India in general, and the voice of Kannadigas in particular.

As a Parliamentarian, it is my privilege to receive answers from the government. I will strive to raise questions on behalf of those who cannot do it themselves.

As our Prime Minister says, I never aspire to be anything, I always aspire to do.

An individual's philosophy is everything. It determines your habits, what you are, what you do.