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The Philosophy of M.K. Gandhi

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, an influential leader of the Indian independence movement and a prominent figure in the history of nonviolent resistance.
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What is the central principle of Gandhi's philosophy?

  1. Nonviolence (Ahimsa)

  2. Civil Disobedience

  3. Truth (Satya)

  4. Justice (Nyaya)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that nonviolence is the most powerful force for social and political change.

What is the term used for Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent resistance?

  1. Satyagraha

  2. Civil Disobedience

  3. Nonviolent Resistance

  4. Passive Resistance

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Satyagraha is a Sanskrit term that means 'truth-force' or 'soul-force'.

What was Gandhi's primary goal in the Indian independence movement?

  1. To achieve complete independence from British rule

  2. To establish a socialist government in India

  3. To promote Hindu-Muslim unity

  4. To improve the economic conditions of the Indian people

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that India should be free from foreign rule in order to truly prosper.

What was Gandhi's strategy for achieving Indian independence?

  1. Armed rebellion

  2. Civil disobedience

  3. Economic boycott

  4. Political negotiation

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gandhi advocated for civil disobedience as a means of nonviolent protest against British rule.

What was the most famous example of Gandhi's civil disobedience campaign?

  1. The Salt March

  2. The Quit India Movement

  3. The Non-Cooperation Movement

  4. The Civil Disobedience Movement

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Salt March was a 240-mile march led by Gandhi to protest the British salt tax.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards violence?

  1. He believed that violence is sometimes necessary to achieve political goals.

  2. He believed that violence is always wrong and should never be used.

  3. He believed that violence can be justified in self-defense.

  4. He believed that violence is a necessary evil in certain situations.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gandhi was a pacifist and believed that violence is never justified.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards truth?

  1. He believed that truth is relative and depends on the individual.

  2. He believed that truth is absolute and unchanging.

  3. He believed that truth is a matter of personal opinion.

  4. He believed that truth is unknowable.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that truth is the ultimate reality and that it should be pursued at all costs.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards justice?

  1. He believed that justice is a matter of personal opinion.

  2. He believed that justice is a matter of social convention.

  3. He believed that justice is a matter of divine law.

  4. He believed that justice is a matter of human rights.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that all people are entitled to certain basic rights and that justice is the protection of those rights.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards material possessions?

  1. He believed that material possessions are necessary for a good life.

  2. He believed that material possessions are a hindrance to spiritual growth.

  3. He believed that material possessions are a sign of wealth and status.

  4. He believed that material possessions are a source of happiness.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that material possessions can distract people from their spiritual development.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards technology?

  1. He believed that technology is a necessary evil.

  2. He believed that technology is a gift from God.

  3. He believed that technology is a threat to humanity.

  4. He believed that technology is a neutral tool that can be used for good or for evil.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that technology is a powerful tool that can be used for good or for evil, depending on how it is used.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards Western civilization?

  1. He believed that Western civilization is superior to Indian civilization.

  2. He believed that Indian civilization is superior to Western civilization.

  3. He believed that Western civilization and Indian civilization are equally valuable.

  4. He believed that Western civilization and Indian civilization are incompatible.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that all civilizations have something to offer and that we should learn from each other.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards religious diversity?

  1. He believed that all religions are equally valid.

  2. He believed that one religion is superior to all others.

  3. He believed that religion is a private matter.

  4. He believed that religion should be abolished.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that all religions are paths to the same truth and that we should respect each other's beliefs.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards caste discrimination?

  1. He believed that caste discrimination is a necessary part of Indian society.

  2. He believed that caste discrimination is a harmful practice that should be abolished.

  3. He believed that caste discrimination is a matter of personal choice.

  4. He believed that caste discrimination is a divine law.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that caste discrimination is a form of injustice that violates the principle of human equality.

What was Gandhi's attitude towards women's rights?

  1. He believed that women are inferior to men.

  2. He believed that women are equal to men.

  3. He believed that women should be subservient to men.

  4. He believed that women should be excluded from public life.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gandhi believed that women should have the same rights and opportunities as men.

What was Gandhi's legacy?

  1. He is remembered as a great leader of the Indian independence movement.

  2. He is remembered as a great philosopher and moral teacher.

  3. He is remembered as a great social reformer.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gandhi is remembered as a great leader, philosopher, and social reformer who made a significant contribution to the world.

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