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This reads as a warning that law and morality are not the same thing. It points to the idea that obeying an unfair rule can still be a form of harm, while punishing someone for resisting it may deepen that harm, especially in moments of civil disobedience or public protest.
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Originally said in English.
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About Mahatma Gandhi
Indian political leader and activist of the early-to-mid 20th century, Gandhi is best known for leading India’s nonviolent struggle against British colonial rule through civil disobedience and moral persuasion. His philosophy of *satyagraha*—firmness rooted in truth—shaped global movements for justice and self-determination.
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