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The study seeks to understand the diverse philosophies that influenced Gandhian thought and his interpretation by different scholars.

July 1, 2026Open Access

Mahatma Gandhi : Philosophyand Influences

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The study seeks to understand the diverse philosophies that influenced Gandhian thought and his interpretation by different scholars.
Analyzed interpretations of Gandhi's philosophy by various scholars
Identified three main groups interpreting Gandhi's influences
Compared Western and Hindu influences on Gandhian thought.
Group one posits Gandhi as a Western thinker influenced by Thoreau and Tolstoy.
Group two argues Gandhi’s ideas are rooted entirely in Hindu traditions, focusing on truth and satya.
Group three presents a balanced perspective, acknowledging cross-cultural influences on Gandhi.

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This analysis explores diverse interpretations of Gandhi’s philosophy, highlighting Western and Hindu influences on his thought.

Bhattacharjee et al. (2026) studied this question.

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