Hind Swaraj

"Hind Swaraj," written by Mahatma Gandhi in 1909, is a foundational text advocating for Indian independence through nonviolent resistance. It critiques Western modernization, emphasizing self-sufficiency, ethical living, and spiritual values instead of reliance on foreign goods and institutions. Gandhi urges Indians to reject imperial power and develop their own moral and social fabric, promoting simple, truthful, and community-oriented life. The book challenges readers to consider true freedom as not just political independence, but also moral and cultural self-reliance. It remains a powerful call for peaceful resistance and national dignity rooted in indigenous traditions.