Question

Which of the following terms is used to describe Gandhiji's philosophy of ‘Non-violence'?

• A. Swaraj
• B. Sarvodaya
• C. Boycott
• D. Satyagraha

Hint:

Remember the different concepts used by Gandhiji, and what they specifically meant in the context of Indian politics.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Satyagraha: Satyagraha is a philosophy of non-violent resistance that was developed by Mahatma Gandhi. It is based on the principles of truth, love, and self-suffering. It was the primary philosophy that guided his political and social movements. 
Swaraj: Swaraj means “self-rule" or “independence" and was an important political objective, but it does not represent the philosophy of non-violence. 
Sarvodaya: Sarvodaya is a philosophy that means “welfare of all”, and it talks about an ideal society but is not directly associated with non-violence.
Boycott: Boycott is a method of protest in which one refuses to participate or deal with a particular entity or product, which Gandhi used, but it is not a philosophy of non violence.