Gandhiism

/ˈɡændiːɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The philosophical and political ideology based on Mohandas Gandhi's teachings, emphasizing nonviolence, civil disobedience, and spiritual truth in pursuit of social change.

Etymology

Formed from Gandhi + -ism, a suffix that creates nouns referring to ideologies, doctrines, or systems of belief. The term became widely used in the 20th century to describe the movement inspired by Gandhi's principles.

Kelly Says

Gandhiism proved that you don't need weapons or violence to change the world—India gained independence from Britain without armies, just organized peaceful resistance, which amazed the entire global community!

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