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“Nirvana is the utter extinction of all that is base in us, all that is vicious in us. Nirvana is not like the black, dead peace of the grave, but the living peace, the living happiness of a soul which is conscious of itself and conscious of having found its own abode in the heart of the Eternal.”

Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

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The Encyclopaedia of Gandhian Thoughts

This encyclopaedia delves into the principles and teachings of Gandhi, offering an extensive exploration of his thoughts on non-violence, civil disobedience, and social reform. more

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Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi

A leader of the Indian independence movement, lawyer, politician, and social activist, Mahatma Gandhi is revered as the 'Father of the Nation'. He advocated for non-violence and unity between Hindus and Muslims, leading the Indian struggle for independence and profoundly influencing history both in India and around the world. more

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