Nonviolence in Jain Philosophy and the Ethical Praxis of Mahatma Gandhi: A Philosophical Analysis

Author(s)	Joydeep sam
Country	India
Abstract	Nonviolence (Ahimsa) occupies a central position in Indian ethical thought. Among Indian philosophical traditions, Jainism articulates the most rigorous and systematic doctrine of nonviolence, elevating it to the supreme religious duty. Mahatma Gandhi, deeply influenced by Jain philosophy, transformed this spiritual ideal into a powerful socio-political method. This paper critically examines the metaphysical and ethical foundations of nonviolence in Jain philosophy and analyzes Gandhi’s reinterpretation and application of Ahimsa in socio-political life. The study highlights both continuity and transformation between ascetic nonviolence and activist nonviolence.
Keywords	Ahimsa, Jainism, Gandhi, Satyagraha, Ethics, Political Philosophy
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-14
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.70406

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