“When a man vowed to nonviolence as the law governing human beings dares to refer to war, he can only do it so as to strain every nerve to avoid it.”
Book:Gandhi on Nehru
Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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Gandhi on Nehru
Gandhi on Nehru is a comprehensive study of the personal and political relationship between Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. The book examines their correspondence, meetings, and the influence they had on each other's views and actions. It provides insights into the evolution of Nehru's political thought and his role in the Indian independence struggle, as seen through the lens of his relationship with Gandhi. more
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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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