ABSTRACT
This chapter examines some of the commonly used terms in connection with non-violent action against oppression and which are often mistakenly understood to be the same as satyagraha, as was practiced and advocated by Gandhi. The philosophy of satyagraha implies a holistic approach to both long-term as well as immediate issues facing humankind, the practice of the other concepts is by definition limited to particular situations, without being necessarily related to a larger framework of social or political problems. The Socialist Revolution has no doubt brought about a remarkable awareness of the forces behind Imperialist and Capitalist exploitation and problems of socio–political relations. The most notable factor about the Socialist Revolutions is the contrast between pre-revolution and post-revolution attitudes, behaviours and profiles of their leaders. During the revolution they are hailed as liberators, especially immediately after the struggle has resulted in over-throwing the earlier regime.
