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“The plan to carve up British India was never approved of or accepted by Gandhi...who realised too late that his closest comrades and disciples were more interested in power than principle, and that his own vision had long been clouded by the illusion that the struggle he led for India's freedom…” quote by Stanley Wolpert
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“The plan to carve up British India was never approved of or accepted by Gandhi...who realised too late that his closest comrades and disciples were more interested in power than principle, and that his own vision had long been clouded by the illusion that the struggle he led for India's freedom was a nonviolent one.”

Stanley Wolpert

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Gandhi's movement was undermined by followers seeking power, betraying nonviolent ideals.

In simple terms: Power‑hungry allies corrupted his nonviolent vision.

Key Takeaway

Beware of power motives in movements.

Themes

politics leadership ethics nonviolence

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

historical political

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • social movements
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

betrayal illusion idealism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure integrity in a cause?
  • What safeguards protect nonviolent principles?
A Different Perspective

Even nonviolent leaders can be misled by ambitious followers.

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