One common agreement between Gandhism and Marxism is
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 1 — the final goal of a stateless society
Both Gandhism and Marxism, despite their fundamentally different approaches, share the ultimate vision of a stateless society. Gandhism envisions a decentralized, self-governing society based on non-violence, cooperation, and village-level autonomy (often referred to as Ramarajya), where the state becomes unnecessary. Marxism advocates for a classless, communist society where the state eventually "withers away" after the abolition of class distinctions and private property, leaving a self-governing collective society.
❌ Option 2 – Incorrect: Gandhism rejects class struggle and advocates for class cooperation and trusteeship, whereas Marxism is fundamentally based on class struggle.
❌ Option 3 – Incorrect: While Marxism calls for the abolition of private property, Gandhism supports the concept of trusteeship where property owners act as trustees of wealth for societal welfare, not complete abolition.
❌ Option 4 – Incorrect: Gandhism does not accept economic determinism; it emphasizes moral and spiritual values as the primary drivers of social change, unlike Marxism which views economic factors as the base of social structure.
📝 Short Notes: Gandhism vs Marxism
| Aspect | Gandhism | Marxism |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Goal | Stateless, decentralized society (Ramarajya) | Stateless, classless communist society |
| Means to Achieve | Non-violence (Ahimsa), Satyagraha, moral transformation | Class struggle, revolution, dictatorship of proletariat |
| View on Class | Class cooperation, trusteeship | Class conflict and struggle |
| Private Property | Trusteeship - owners as trustees for society | Complete abolition of private property |
| Driving Force | Moral and spiritual values | Economic determinism (material conditions) |
| State | Minimal state, village self-governance (Gram Swaraj) | State withers away after revolution |
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