Arrest Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“An unjust law is itself a species of violence. Arrest for its breach is more so.”
About This Quote
Unjust laws are a form of violence, and enforcing them through arrest intensifies that violence.
In simple terms: Unjust laws hurt people; punishing them hurts more.
Key Takeaway
Challenge and change unjust laws peacefully.
Themes
justice
law
nonviolence
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
activist
When to use this quote
- government authority
- social movements
Key Concepts
civil rights
legal ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What laws seem unjust to you?
- How can peaceful protest be effective?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems can perpetuate harm if not reformed.
