Gandhi and Anarchy

"Gandhi and Anarchy" by Sir C. Sankaran Nair is a critique of Mahatma Gandhi's vision for Indian independence in the early 1900s. The book questions Gandhi's ideas about Swaraj, or self-rule, and his commitment to non-violent methods, expressing doubt about their ability to bring about meaningful change and warning of the potential to spark disorder and conflict. Nair expresses skepticism about Gandhi's approach, suggesting that rejecting traditional forms of government and relying on emotional appeals might create chaos rather than lead to genuine independence. He argues that Gandhi's intertwining of religion and politics, exemplified by the Khilafat movement, could worsen social tensions and that his plans, though well-intentioned, are not practical for Indian society at the time.