Dies Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Hinduism dies if untouchability lives, and untouchability has to die if Hinduism is to live.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Indian National Congress, 1930
He argues that untouchability threatens Hinduism, so eliminating it is essential for the religion’s survival.
In simple terms: Untouchability must end for Hinduism to thrive.
Promote equality within faith.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- community outreach
- education reform
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies dismantle caste discrimination?
- What role does religion play in social justice?
Changing deep-rooted social norms is difficult.