“By offering an ideological critique of the western civilization in its modern phase, Gandhiji was effectively contesting the moral legitimacy of the Raj that rested on a stated assumption of the superiority of the west.” Comment. (15 Marks)

Mentors Comment: Gandhi Ji published Hind Swaraj which contained an ideological critique of western civilization and its practices. When seen in isolation, these criticisms are mere rebuttal of what western nations and civilizations practiced and their institutions. But when seen in the light of the national freedom movement, you will realize that these criticisms were … Continue reading “By offering an ideological critique of the western civilization in its modern phase, Gandhiji was effectively contesting the moral legitimacy of the Raj that rested on a stated assumption of the superiority of the west.” Comment. (15 Marks)