A Gandhian Philosophy and Mahatma’s views on Women Question

Abstract

The study of Gandhian Philosophy and Mahatma’ views on Women Question are of great significance in the changing times unfolding itself in gender consciousness, gender parity, gender sensitization and the women empowerment. Gandhi’s views on Truth, Non-violence, Human Rights, Swaraj, eradication of Untouchability, Communal Unity, Prohibition, Khadi and other village industries, Village sanitation, education in Health and Hygiene, Service of women in the constructive program as equal partners with men in the fight for Swaraj, NaiTalim or Basic Education, Adult Education, Promotion of Hindi as National language, Promotion of provincial languages, Economic equality etc. are still relevant and a guiding force not only for India but the entire humanity. Gandhi was opposed to the gender inequality, social and cultural discrimination and championed the cause for the betterment of the women.The views of Gandhi regarding duties assigned to women in social life is questioned by many feminists scholars where he favours their role only as home makers taking care of family and children. However, as a social reformer Gandhi worked for uplift of women. In this article, an attempt will be made to focus on Gandhian Philosophy and women question.