Who among the following had written to the Viceroy, "The Congress is a

Who among the following had written to the Viceroy, “The Congress is as much opposed to victory for Nazism as any Britisher can be. But their objective cannot be carried to the extent of their participation in the war”?

Jawaharlal Nehru

Mahatma Gandhi

J. B. Kripalini

C. Rajagopalachari

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This quote reflects the stance taken by Mahatma Gandhi during World War II. While condemning Nazism, Gandhi was against India’s participation in the war based on non-violent principles, especially when India’s consent was not sought by the British government before involving the country in the war. This specific quote is attributed to a letter written by Gandhi to Viceroy Lord Linlithgow around 1940.

Understanding the different stands taken by Indian leaders during World War II regarding support for the British war effort is important.

Mahatma Gandhi advocated for non-violent resistance and sought complete independence. Jawaharlal Nehru also opposed Nazism and Fascism but was more inclined towards supporting the Allied cause conditional on immediate independence or a commitment to it. Other leaders had varying perspectives.

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