“It is necessary first to purify the drunken and dissolute worshippers in charge of some of these temples.”
Book:Young India
Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
Work
Young India
This book offers a comprehensive look at the transformative period in India's history, highlighting the struggles and aspirations of the nation's youth as they navigated the complexities of colonial rule and the quest for independence. 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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