Mahatma Gandhi and Satyagraha
Students will evaluate Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of Satyagraha (non-violent resistance) and its application in the Indian independence movement.
Key Questions
- Analyze to what extent Gandhi's philosophy of Satyagraha was uniquely suited to the Indian context.
- Explain the principles and methods of non-violent civil disobedience.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of Satyagraha in challenging British authority.
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