MMW: Gandhi and Mao, 9A+9B Tues. 5/10 and 9C Wed. 5/11

Directions: Read and the document below and answer the following questions. Use quotes from the documents to support your points. Please type your work.

Questions:

  1. What does Gandhi mean when he talks about “soul force”? According to Gandhi why is “soul force” effective?
  2. Why does Mao say the “people” must be dictatorial? What methods will they use to achieve to the “people’s” goals?
  3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the methods advocated by Gandhi and Mao? Which do you believe would be the most effective way to build a new nation? Explain your choice.

Indian Home Rule

On the Dictatorship of the People’s Democracy

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