Duty Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“The nation's non-co-operation is an invitation to the Government to co-operate with it on its own terms, as is every nation's right and every good government's duty.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Various writings on non‑co‑operation
Non‑co‑operation invites governments to negotiate on their terms, a right and duty of good governments.
In simple terms: Non‑co‑operation forces dialogue.
Use peaceful resistance to demand fair terms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- civil rights movements
- labor strikes
- community organizing
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is non‑co‑operation most effective?
- What safeguards protect peaceful protestors?
May provoke harsher repression.