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?
- A.Uplifting the oppressed and poor is the moral responsibility of an educated man
- B.The good of individual is contained in the good of all
- C.The life of celibacy and spiritual pursuit are essential for a noble life
- D.all the statements A., B. and C. are correct in this context
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: B. The good of individual is contained in the good of all
John Ruskin's "Unto this Last" profoundly influenced Gandhi's socio-political philosophy. The book's central tenet, which resonated deeply with Gandhi, is that true well-being comes from the ethical consideration of everyone's welfare, implying that the welfare of the individual is inextricably linked to the welfare of the collective society. This principle formed the bedrock of his concept of Sarvodaya (universal upliftment) and his emphasis on trusteeship.
Source: UPSC gs1 2011