Definition of SATYAGRAHA

satyagraha

Meanings

Plural: satyagrahas

Noun

  • the form of nonviolent resistance initiated in India by Mahatma Gandhi in order to oppose British rule and to hasten political reforms
  • The policy of nonviolent resistance as used by Mahatma Gandhi during the struggle for Indian independence.

Origin / Etymology

From Gujarati સત્યાગ્રહ (satyāgrah), from Sanskrit सत्य (satya, “truth”) + आग्रह (āgraha, “persistence”).

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