Sarvodaya Movement

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What does the term 'Sarvodaya' mean?

'Sarvodaya' translates to 'Universal Uplift' or 'Progress of All'.

Who initiated the Sarvodaya Movement?

The Sarvodaya Movement was initiated by Mahatma Gandhi.

In which book did Gandhi first talk about Sarvodaya?

Gandhi discussed Sarvodaya in 'Unto This Last'.

What is a key principle of the Sarvodaya Movement?

A key principle is non-violence (Ahimsa).

Which Indian leader was closely associated with the Sarvodaya Movement after Gandhi?

Vinoba Bhave was a key leader associated with the Sarvodaya Movement.

What movement did Vinoba Bhave start under Sarvodaya?

Vinoba Bhave started the Bhoodan Movement.

What was the primary aim of the Sarvodaya Movement?

The primary aim was to achieve social justice and equality.

Which philosophy heavily influenced the Sarvodaya Movement?

Gandhian philosophy influenced the Sarvodaya Movement.

How is the Sarvodaya concept linked to economic systems?

Sarvodaya promotes decentralized, self-sufficient economies.

What role does the community play in the Sarvodaya Movement?

Community plays a central role in implementing Sarvodaya principles.

Which Indian state first saw the implementation of Bhoodan principles?

Bhoodan principles were first implemented in Andhra Pradesh.

How does the Sarvodaya Movement view property ownership?

Sarvodaya advocates for equitable distribution and communal ownership.

What was the response of the Sarvodaya Movement to industrialization?

The movement favored small-scale, community-oriented industries.

How did the Sarvodaya Movement influence Indian independence?

It shaped the vision of a just society post-independence.

When was the Sarvodaya Movement formally started?

The Sarvodaya Movement gained formal momentum in the early 1950s.

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