My attitude towards the British is one of utter friendliness and respect.

If any Englishman dedicated his life to securing the freedom of India, resisting tyranny and serving the land, I should welcome that Englishman as an Indian.

Experience gained in two schools under my control has taught me that punishment does not purify, if anything, it hardens children.

Aggressive civil disobedience should be confined to a vindication of the right of free speech and free association.

A burning passion coupled with absolute detachment is the key to all success.

Fasting and prayer are common injunctions in my religion.

Cow protection is the gift of Hinduism to the world.