The real test of nonviolence lies in its being brought in contact with those who have contempt for it.

Means are not to be distinguished from ends. If violent means are used, there will be bad results.

The fire of independence is burning just as bright in my breast as in the most fiery breast in this country, but ways and methods differ.

Cent percent swadeshi gives sufficient scope for the most insatiable ambition for service and a satisfaction of every kind of talent.

No government on earth can make men, who have realized freedom in their hearts, salute against their will.

The attack on untouchability is an attack on this high-and low-ness.

Whatever strength the masses have is due entirely to ahimsa, however imperfect or defective its practice might have been.