Mahatma Gandhi and the Environment

Introduction

• A book that presents Mahatma Gandhi’s approach to the environment and its ethical and societal dimensions.

Why in news?

• Draws attention for aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Resonates with environmental ethics.
• Relevant to sustainable policies.

Background

• Authored by T. N. Khoshoo.
• Foreword by Dr R. K. Pachauri (TERI & IPCC).

Significance

• Interweaves Gandhian environmental thought with Satyagraha.
• Engages with Dalit empowerment as a connected social theme.
• Offers a critique of Western industrialism through a Gandhian lens.

Facts/General knowledge

• Key concepts: ecological living.
• Key concepts: resource minimalism.
• Key concepts: village economy.
• Key concepts: decentralisation.

Modi’s Mission — Book Release

Introduction

• "Modi’s Mission" is a book authored by Berjis Desai.

Why in news?

• On 24 October 2025, the Governor of Maharashtra, Acharya Devvrat, released the book in Mumbai.

Background

• Berjis Desai is a renowned lawyer and former journalist.

Facts/General knowledge

• Publisher: Rupa Publications India Private Limited.