Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay,
Anandamath — Part IIIChapter XII
(1941)
“ When we establish our independent kingdom, the very news of it will win us the allegiance of our fellow countrymen in the distant provinces and states.' They all bowed at the Mahatma's feet.'Master,' Jiban said, 'we bow before you. Master, if you so desire, we shall build a throne for you here.'For the first time in many years Mahatma Satya showed anger and said: 'Shame on all of you. Do you think I am such an empty-headed person? None of us may be king. We all are ascetics. The king of the country is God himself. He is our Protector. After we capture the capital, you may crown a king. ”
