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Philosophical Foundations of Gandhi’s political perspective

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Introduction Mahatma Gandhi’s political philosophy was deeply rooted in ethics, spirituality, and the Indian cultural tradition. Unlike Western political ideologies that often separated politics from morality, Gandhi saw no such division. His political activism was a reflection of his spiritual and philosophical beliefs. Concepts like truth (Satya), non-violence (Ahimsa), self-rule (Swaraj), and self-discipline formed the […]

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Concept of ‘ahimsa’

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Introduction The concept of Ahimsa, or non-violence, is one of the foundational pillars of Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy. Derived from ancient Indian traditions, Ahimsa was transformed by Gandhi into a powerful and practical principle for personal conduct, social change, and political resistance. For Gandhi, Ahimsa was not merely the absence of violence but a way of

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Main elements of Gandhian pacifism

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Introduction Gandhian pacifism represents a unique and deeply moral approach to peace and non-violence. Rooted in the principles of truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa), it goes beyond simply avoiding physical violence. It is a philosophy and way of life that promotes harmony, justice, and love as the highest values. Mahatma Gandhi’s pacifism played a central

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(a) Philosophical Foundations of Gandhi’s political perspective (b) Jawaharlal Nehru’s Scientific Humanism

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[a] Philosophical Foundations of Gandhi’s Political Perspective Mahatma Gandhi’s (1869–1948) political philosophy was deeply rooted in ethical and moral principles rather than mere political strategy. His ideas were influenced by Hinduism, Jainism, Christianity, and Western thinkers like Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau. He emphasized non-violence (ahimsa), truth (satya), self-rule (swaraj), and civil disobedience (satyagraha)

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