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“Ours is a civil fight, and imprisonment as a civil prisoner has got to be earned by the strict observance of the programme.”

Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

Book:Collected Works

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Collected Works

This collection brings together a wide array of writings, including novels, short stories, essays, and poems, providing a comprehensive overview of the author's or authors' literary contributions and evolution. 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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Book:The Selected Works of Mahatma Gandhi: Satyagraha in South Africa

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