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Gandhi’s call for nonviolence from "summary" of India's Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra,Mridula Mukherjee,Aditya Mukherjee,K N Panikkar,Sucheta Mahajan
Gandhi's call for nonviolence was a central tenet of his philosophy and strategy in the struggle for India's independence. He believed that nonviolent resistance was not only a morally superior approach, but also a more effective one in the long run. By refusing to use violence against the British, Gandhi aimed to expose the injustice and brutality of colonial rule, thereby winning over international opinion and support for the Indian cause. Gandhi's concept of nonviolence, or ahimsa, was deeply rooted in Indian spiritual and philosophical traditions. He drew inspiration from the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and the Jain and Buddhist traditions, which emphasized the power of love, compassion, and truth in overcoming evil and injustice. For Gandhi, nonviolence was not simply the absence of physical violence, but a positive force for social and political change. In practical terms, Gandhi's call for nonviolence meant using methods such as satyagraha, or passive resistance, to confront and challenge British authority. Through strikes, boycotts, civil disobedience, and other forms of noncooperation, Gandhi sought to disrupt the functioning of the colonial administration and undermine its legitimacy. By willingly accepting punishment and suffering for their cause, Gandhi and his followers sought to demonstrate their moral superiority and commitment to justice. Gandhi's commitment to nonviolence was put to the test during key moments of the independence struggle, such as the Salt March of 1930 and the Quit India Movement of 1942. In both cases, Gandhi and his supporters faced violent repression from the British authorities, but they remained steadfast in their commitment to nonviolent resistance. Despite the hardships and sacrifices involved, Gandhi believed that nonviolence was the only way to achieve lasting peace and justice in India.- Gandhi's call for nonviolence was not just a tactical choice, but a deeply held belief in the power of love and truth to transform society. By staying true to this principle, Gandhi inspired millions of Indians to join the struggle for independence and showed the world the potential of nonviolent resistance as a force for social change.
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