Mahatma Gandhi and Govinda KC: embodiment of non-violent strength

Abstract

The paper is an attempt to raise voice in favor of the weak, the downtrodden and the dispossessed people in the world. The movement of peace and non-violence is an accepted and well tested method to strengthen the poor and dispossessed people. For instance, both regimes of the Rana in Nepal and the British Raj in India were governed by the autocratic rulers depriving people of basic their rights to freedom, justice and equality. But the people in these countries rose peacefully in revolt against the brutal autocratic governments of Nepal and India. People today have realized the need to pursue and practice their movement of non-violence sincerely and with a moral commitment. So that any government, howsoever oppressive, is compelled to eschew its brutal power and is prepared to serve the nation and its people. Gandhi used the weapon of non-violence and peace to defeat the British Raj and bring freedom or 'Swaraj' to India and its people. Nepal's Prof. Dr. Gobinda KC, a crusader for Medical Education Sector in the interest of the poor and marginalized people, is comparable with Gandhi for his dedication to and struggle for justice and equity. Precisely speaking, Mahatma Gandhi and Govinda KC stand on the same pedestal for their selfless service, struggle and sacrifice.