Mahatma Gandhi said that some of his deepest convictions were reflected in a book titled, Unto this Last and the book transformed his life. What was the message from the book that transformed Mahatma Gandhi ?

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Q: 67 (IAS/2011)
Mahatma Gandhi said that some of his deepest convictions were reflected in a book titled, “Unto this Last” and the book transformed his life. What was the message from the book that transformed Mahatma Gandhi ?

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"Unto This Last" is a book written by John Ruskin in which he emphasized the idea that the good of the individual is contained in the good of all. This message had a profound impact on Mahatma Gandhi and influenced his philosophy of life. Gandhi believed that the welfare of the individual and the welfare of society are interconnected and that an individual`s true happiness and fulfillment come from serving others.

This idea of the interconnection between individual and collective good became a cornerstone of Gandhi`s philosophy of non-violent resistance and civil disobedience. He believed that by serving others and working for the betterment of society, individuals can achieve spiritual growth and enlightenment. This message inspired Gandhi to work for the upliftment of the poor and the oppressed, and to fight against social injustice and inequality.