Mahatma Gandhi, Mankind, and the World: Relevance of His Ideals

Abstract

The objective of this paper is to study the importance of the thoughts and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi for mankind and the world in the current situation. Human civilisations have passed through several acts of violence and bloodshed. Now, the world has several destructive weapons which can destroy the entire making of world in a few seconds. In this condition, a great question has arisen in the world: 'How are Gandhian thoughts, ideals, philosophies, and practices, which he practised very successfully in his lifetime, relevant to the current situation of the world?' This article reveals that his ideals, thoughts, philosophies and practices have become more important and relevant for the world than ever before for international peace and harmony, which should be fostered over the globe.