Mahatma Gandhi and the Environment English 2010

This book is of interest to all concerned in protecting the earth's environment and its natural resources. It presents Mahatma Gandhi's views on sustainable use of resources and minimal damage to the environment for the sake of future generations. Contents: Nature and humankind Yogic practice and environment The role of woman, man, and society Unity in diversity Western industrialism The weakest link: village and villager Sustainable development Hind Swaraj: the Gandhian manifesto of ecological living Gandhi and science Situating satyagraha in mainstream conflict resolution theory Gandhi and the contemporary discourse on decentralization Gandhi and the Dalit question Towards a new order: the new thinking Selected quotes of Mahatma Gandhi on environment and development