The Gandhian Perspective on Development: A Normative Critique and Contemporary Relevance The Gandhian model of development, deeply rooted in the moral, socio-economic, and spiritual foundations of Indian civilizational ethos, presents a profound critique of the dominant paradigms of industrialization, centralized state power, and consumerist growth. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi’s vision of development, articulated through principles of … Continue reading How does the Gandhian perspective on development—emphasizing self-reliance, village-centric economy, sustainability, and moral regeneration—challenge dominant models of industrial and growth-oriented development, and in what ways does it retain relevance in addressing contemporary issues such as environmental degradation, economic inequality, and social alienation in the 21st century?