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Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“Of all the evils for which man has made himself responsible, none is so degrading, so shocking, or so brutal as his abuse of the better half of humanity; to me, the female sex is not the weaker sex.”

Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

Book:All Men Are Brothers

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All Men Are Brothers

This book delves into the lives and relationships of individuals, highlighting the bonds that unite people across different backgrounds and circumstances. more

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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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