“In true democracy every man and woman is taught to think for himself or herself.”
Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
Work
The Selected Works of Mahatma Gandhi: Satyagraha in South Africa
This volume examines the period when Gandhi refined his philosophy of Satyagraha, which would become central to his approach to social and political change. The work covers Gandhi's campaigns against discriminatory legislation affecting the Indian community in South Africa, his method of nonviolent protest, and his philosophical writings on truth, nonviolence, and civic resistance. Through letters, pamphlets, and reflective essays, the collection provides insight into the formative experiences that shaped Gandhi's future leadership in India's independence movement. The text demonstrates how Gandhi adapted political action to emphasize moral conviction and personal dignity as forces for social transformation. 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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