". . . Passive resistance is a method of securing rights by personal suffering, it isthe reverse of resistance by arms. When I refuse to do a thing that is repugnant[objectionable] to my conscience, I use soul-force. For instance, the Governmentof the day has passed a law which is applicable to me. I do not like it. If by usingviolence I force the Government to repeal the law, I am employing what may betermed body force. If I do not obey the law and accept the penalty for its breach,I use soul-force. It involves sacrifice of self. . . ." Source: M.K.Gandhi, Indian Home Rule, Navajivan PublishingThis statement reflects the belief that individuals(1) have no control over events(2) can influence events by following moral guidelines 3) must use violence to influence events(4) can influence events by using military force

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