Truth-force — not passive resistance, but the active pursuit and holding of truth.

サティヤーグラハ (Satyagraha)

Mahatma Gandhi

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Mahatma Gandhi

Indian independence leader (1869-1948). Known as Mahatma, he wielded satyagraha (truth-force) and ahimsa (non-violence) against British rule. Famous for the 1930 Salt March, he was assassinated by a Hindu nationalist.

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