Summary for Reading Where the Mind is Without Fear by Rabindranath Tagore In this poem, the speaker expresses his vision for an ideal country where people live freely and fearlessly. He dreams of a place where everyone can hold their heads high with dignity and where knowledge is available to all. The speaker longs for a world without divisions or boundaries created by narrow-mindedness, such as divisions based on caste, religion or race, which he calls “narrow domestic walls.” The poem talks about the importance of truth and honesty. The speaker wishes for a society where people always speak from the heart, and their words are sincere and meaningful. He also believes that individuals should constantly strive for excellence and perfection, working tirelessly towards self-improvement and progress. In another powerful metaphor, the speaker compares reason and logical thinking to a clear stream of water. He warns that this stream should not lose its way in the “dreary desert s...
English Language & Literature