I came in contact with every known Indian anarchist in London. Their bravery impressed me, but I felt that their zeal was misguided. I felt that violence was no remedy for India's ills, and that her civilisation required the use of a different and higher weapon for self-protection. - Hind Swaraj

What do I think of Western civilization? I think it would be a very good idea.

If I was to be their real teacher and guardian, I must touch their hearts, I must share their joys and sorrows, I must help them to solve the problems that faced them, and I must take along the right channel the surging aspirations of their youth.

Life is one indivisible whole.

Those who are truthful, nonviolent and brave do not cease to be so because of the stupidity of their leader.

Nonviolent non-co-operation is the only alternative to anarchy and worse.

You can chain me, you can torture me, you can even destroy this body, but you will never imprison my mind.