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Vinoba Darshan
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Vinoba Darshan
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Vinoba Darshan

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.763688
Object Type Book
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2005
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1 1/8 in x W 8 3/4 in x D 12 in (2.9 cm x 22.2 cm x 30.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHardcover book with cover containing a close up black and white photograph depicting the subject of the book, Vinoba Bhave, praying with his hands together and held to his face.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on end page: Dear President Obama, This book is about one of India's greatest social reformers who travelled on foot for 20 years across the length and breadth of India to spread the message of social justice. His work resembles yours in many ways. Hope this book inspires you and the First Lady to change the world. With warm regards, [Vijay Darda signature] Vijay Darda Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) 08.11.2010
InscribedInscribed on end page: Dear President Obama,
This book is about one of India's greatest social
reformers who travelled on foot for 20 years across
the length and breadth of India to spread the message
of social justice. His work resembles yours in many
ways. Hope this book inspires you and the First Lady
to change the world.
With warm regards,
[Vijay Darda signature]
Vijay Darda
Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha)
08.11.2010
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama's November 2010 visit to India.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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