es great ease in dealing with the enemy. “In the end, the enemies are converted to friends,” said Gandhi (Prasad, 28). Although this idea seems almost impossible to accomplish, Gandhi did succeed in getting his followers to put in extreme amounts of effort to achieve peace.In today’s world, three different types of situations can be aided through the practice of Satyagraha. They are self, family, and work. Once the true understanding of the term Satyagraha is developed, it becomes possible for conflicts within these situations to become resolved.Gandhi’s hunger strikes, marches, and civil disobedience acts were crucial towards his accomplishment of peace. His followers were very faithful and were able to make a statement that got the attention of the British government. The principle of Satyagraha worked well in a country such as India because of its strong religious spirituality. Indians are highly dedicated and motivated when it comes to the topic of faith. Poverty is everywhere in this country, and faith becomes central to one’s life. Gandhi had a great deal of success in showing to the world just exactly how nonviolent resistance could make a difference. He was a very educated man and possessed the qualities necessary to be a great leader. He disagreed with the methods put forward by Western civilization. It was perceived that Westerners were “enterprising, impatient, engrossed in multiplying their material wants and in satisfying them, fond of good cheer, anxious to save physical labor and prodigal habits” (Prasad 235). Westerners were fond of good cheer and in need of having a good time. The British were perceived as having little or no self-control. British and Indian cultures are so different, how could an interaction between the two ever be successful? It is much easier to look back and say what could have been done. The British overstayed their welcome in India, althou...
