Mahatma Gandhi and the National Movement
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This chapter explores the pivotal role of Mahatma Gandhi in transforming India's freedom struggle into a mass movement. Gandhi's unique philosophy of non-violence (Ahimsa) and truth (Satyagraha) revolutionized the methods of resistance against British rule. The period from 1919 to 1947, known as the
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Gandhi's philosophy of non
Gandhi's philosophy of non-violent resistance based on truth and moral force. It involved peaceful methods like strikes, boycotts, civil disobedience,
A mass movement launched by Gandhi
A mass movement launched by Gandhi to make British administration impossible without Indian cooperation. It included boycott of government institution
A movement to paralyze British administration
A movement to paralyze British administration by deliberately breaking specific laws, starting with the famous Dandi March to break the Salt Law. It a
Gandhi's economic philosophy emphasizing use
Gandhi's economic philosophy emphasizing use of Indian-made goods, especially Khadi (hand-spun cloth), and boycott of foreign products. He promoted co
Gandhi's vision included removal of untouchability
Gandhi's vision included removal of untouchability (calling untouchables 'Harijans' or children of God), women's empowerment, Hindu-Muslim unity, proh
Learning Objectives
- Understand Gandhi's early life, experiences in South Africa, and development of Satyagraha philosophy
- Analyze the causes and consequences of the Rowlatt Act and Jallianwala Bagh tragedy
- Examine the role of the Khilafat Movement in uniting Hindus and Muslims
- Evaluate the methods, impact, and significance of the Non-Cooperation Movement
- Assess the causes, progress, and outcomes of the Civil Disobedience Movement
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