“The Charkha, which is the embodiment of willing obedience and calm persistence, must therefore succeed before there is civil disobedience.”
Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
Work
Young India, 1924-1926
This book offers a detailed look into the social, political, and cultural landscape of India between 1924 and 1926, providing insights into the period's key events and developments. more
Author
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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