Exploring Gandhi's Fasting as a Symbol of Nonviolent Action

Fasting has been an important element in different religious tradition and is linked to spirituality. Increasingly fasting is also associated with healthy living and well-being. But historically, fasting has also been associated with nonviolent protests. In modern times, Mahatma Gandhi took to fasting as a powerful symbol of nonviolent protest and action against the British empire. This chapter will explore in-depth Gandhi's fasting and the impact it made during the freedom struggle.