This brief account of Chaudhary Charan Singh's public life was written by Professor Sukhbir Singh Goel of Delhi University and published on 23 December 1978, birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh. This was also the occasion of one of the largest gatherings of farmers and villagers in New Delhi, now celebrated nationally as Kisan Diwas.

Goel provides a passionate account of Chaudhary Charan Singh's political life, ideas and influence. He shares Singh's humble beginnings, his education, and his deep involvement in the movement to free India from British rule. Goyal highlights Singh's contribution to land and agricultural marketing law reforms in Uttar Pradesh and his influential role in several ministries such as revenue, home, finance and local self-government. This booklet provides an analysis of Singh's efforts to tackle poverty, discrimination and exploitation in society. By detailing specific initiatives, strategies adopted and obstacles overcome, the booklet highlights Singh's unwavering commitment to social justice.

Goyal also underlines Singh's relentless push for transparency and accountability within government institutions. He shares specific examples of corruption that Singh cited, the investigative measures he implemented, and the broader impact of his anti-corruption efforts on governance and society.