Gandhi and Subhash Chandra Bose

Gandhi

S C Bose

Philosophy

• Non-violence (Ahimsa) and truth (Satyagraha)

• Militaristic approach

• believed in armed struggle for independence

Approach to Independence

• Sought complete independence through non-violent means

• Sought immediate and complete independence, willing to use force

Economic Views

• Promoted village-based, self-sufficient economies

• opposed industrialization

• Advocated for industrialization and modernization

Approach to British Rule

• Negotiation, civil disobedience, and non-cooperation

• Direct military confrontation; sought support from Axis powers during World War II

Leadership Style

• Charismatic, moral authority, mass mobilization

• Military-style leadership, strong nationalist rhetoric

Major Contributions

• Salt March, Non-Cooperation Movement, Quit India Movement

• Formation of the INA, Azad Hind Government, contributions to the Indian National Congress

Role in Indian National Congress

• Dominant leader

• led multiple Congress movements and initiatives

• President of INC in 1924 Belgaum session

• President of the Indian National Congress (1938-1939)

•  later formed Forward Bloc

View on Allied Powers in WWII

• Supported the British during WWII, hoping for post-war concessions

• Sought alliances with Axis powers (Germany, Japan) to gain independence

Religious Views

• Deeply religious

•  believed in the unification of all religions

• Secular

•  believed religion should not interfere with politics

Legacy

• Father of the Nation

•  symbol of non-violent resistance

• Revered as a hero who took a bold stand for independence

•  "Netaji" (Respected Leader)

Criticism

• Accused of being too idealistic

• criticized for his views on caste

• Criticized for aligning with Axis powers

•  questioned for strategic decisions

Impact on Post-Independent India

• Inspired non-violent movements worldwide

• foundational influence on Indian democracy

• Symbol of patriotism and valour

• inspires Indian military and nationalist sentiment