Hind Swaraj or Indian Home Rule

ISBN: 978-93-65614-008

Author: M.K. Gandhi

Number of Pages: 128

Size: A5

Genre: Political Philosophy / Indian History / Non-violence Studies

Edition: Aedha Classics Edition

Key Features:

Written in 1909, Hind Swaraj by M.K. Gandhi is a foundational manifesto for India’s independence movement, advocating self-rule through non-violence, truth, and simplicity. This concise edition presents Gandhi’s critical reflections on modern civilization and his vision for moral and spiritual Swaraj. Ideal for students, researchers, and general readers interested in freedom struggles and political philosophy. Printed in India with high-quality formatting and accessibility.

Description:

Hind Swaraj or Indian Home Rule is a landmark work by Mahatma Gandhi that serves as the philosophical bedrock of India’s freedom movement. Composed in 1909, this concise but powerful treatise outlines Gandhi’s critical assessment of modern civilization and presents his blueprint for self-rule grounded in ethical living, non-violence, and spiritual autonomy.

Gandhi challenges Western models of progress, arguing that true civilization is not built on industrial advancement or material wealth, but on the foundation of truth, self-discipline, and moral responsibility. He advocates for Swaraj—not merely as political independence—but as a state of personal and national self-mastery. His radical rejection of colonial values, coupled with a passionate plea for spiritual awakening and simplicity, makes Hind Swaraj one of the most revolutionary and enduring political texts of the modern era.

The book’s conversational format, presented as a dialogue between a reader and an editor, allows readers to engage with Gandhi’s ideas in a direct and relatable way. It covers crucial themes such as passive resistance, the role of education, the drawbacks of railways and modern medicine, and the necessity of self-reliant village-based economies.

This Aedha Classics edition is a definitive, reader-friendly version, perfect for students of political science, philosophy, history, and Gandhian thought. Compact yet impactful, it remains a vital guide for those seeking to understand the principles of non-violent resistance and the spiritual core of India’s struggle for independence.

Made in India