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Gandhian

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: relating to or characteristic of Mahatma Gandhi, an Indian political and spiritual leader known for his nonviolent philosophy.

Example Sentence: The gandhian philosophy of nonviolence heavily influenced India's freedom struggle.

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: a follower or advocate of Mahatma Gandhi's principles and beliefs.

Example Sentence: She dedicated her life to being a gandhian and working towards social justice.

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, "gandhian" refers to anything related to Mahatma Gandhi, his ideologies, or his followers.

Example Sentence: The gandhian approach to conflict resolution emphasizes peaceful negotiations.

Local Usage:

In the local context, "gandhian" might be used to describe individuals or organizations actively practicing Gandhi's principles within a specific community.

Example Sentence: The local gandhian movement organized a march to promote harmony and equality in our neighborhood.

Possible Related Products:

• Gandhi Biographies
• Books on Nonviolence
• Gandhian Philosophy Books