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Question
This is the picture of an Indian leader who was known as the ‘Father of the Nation’,

What are the principles on which Mahatma Gandhi's method is based?
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Solution
Gandhiji Method of Struggle ‘Satyagraha’ is a combination of two Sanskrit words: Satya (truth) and agraha (eagerness). It is based on the twin principles of truth and non-violence. The suffering and patience of the Satyagraha were expected to bring about a change of heart in the enemy. The idea behind satyagraha was not to destroy the enemy but to transform and enlighten him.
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