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The world embraced innovation; | The world embraced innovation; | ||
In a fresh complexion{{#tag:ref|The Bengali word used here has a double meaning. ''Varńa'' (বর্ণে) may refer to color or to a Hindu caste. Undoubtedly, the author intended both meanings at this point.|group="nb"}} all came into sight. | |||
With new beauty and love arose the dictum: | With new beauty and love arose the dictum: | ||
This earth | This earth is our common birthright. | ||
Sleeping minds were roused and galvanized; | Sleeping minds were roused and galvanized; |