“It was a strong belief of Mahatma Gandhi that in the non-violent struggle of Swaraj, the women of India can leave behind men by a mile.” Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment-

• Introduce by explaining the Gandhian concept of Swaraj.
• In the body explain first the idea of women empowerment as suggested by Mahatma Gandhi . Quote some women leaders during the period of struggle for Swaraj and highlight their significant role.
• Conclude that Women’s entry into national politics through non-violent methods brought miraculous results. On one hand, women became aware of their inner strength, and on the other, the process
  brought human and moral elements into politics.