Granted, patriotism is not a tonic that can be forced down people's throats.
This quote acknowledges that patriotism cannot be imposed on individuals. It implies that genuine patriotism cannot be enforced but must be willingly embraced and nurtured by individuals themselves.
Shakespeare is a seminal story-teller. I don't think he imagined he was writing classics or that he was writing great poetry. I don't think he dreamt his work would be staged 400 years after he died.
Undeniable though it is that many Indian Muslims misguidedly consider Pakistan their haven, the immeasurably greater number who take intense pride in being Indian and who connect deeply with the country are hurt and angered at our patriotism being under scrutiny.