Question

Who translated the book 'The Story of My Experiments with Truth' written by M.K. Gandhi from Gujarati to English?

• A. Mahadev Desai
• B. J. B. Kripalani
• C. Mohanlal Pandya
• D. Vinoba Bhave

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The book "The Story of My Experiments with Truth" is the autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi. Originally written in Gujarati, it was later translated into English. The question inquires about the person responsible for this translation.

The correct answer is Mahadev Desai, who was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and his personal secretary. Mahadev Desai's translation closely reflected the original intent and essence of Gandhi's writings, making the book accessible to a broader audience. He was known for his remarkable skills in translating and interpreting Gandhi's thoughts and ideas without losing their essence.

Now let's examine why the other options are incorrect:

• J. B. Kripalani: He was a prominent Indian politician, a close supporter of Gandhi, but he didn't translate Gandhi's autobiography.
• Mohanlal Pandya: Another close associate of Gandhi, but he played different roles in the freedom struggle and was not involved in the translation of Gandhi's autobiography.
• Vinoba Bhave: Known for the Bhoodan Movement, Vinoba Bhave was an ardent follower of Gandhi, but he was not the translator of this particular work.

Understanding these roles and their contributions helps in eliminating incorrect options and comprehending the magnitude of Mahadev Desai's contribution.