Gandhi’s personal ideologies and methodologies, deeply rooted in his spiritual beliefs, translated into a unique form of political activism. His advocacy for non-violence and truth, even during the tumult of World Wars, his controversial celibacy experiments, and his fasts as a form of protest, all reflect his complex legacy. Critics contend these practices often crossed the line from personal discipline to public coercion, challenging the democratic fabric of the Congress and the moral values of Indian society.