Introduction
Religion has a strong influence on Indian society. It has helped people but also caused
problems like caste discrimination. Some leaders used religion to fight for justice and
equality. This paper talks about two such leaders Jyotiba Phule and Mahatma Gandhi. Phule
used ideas from religion, like the Bhakti movement and Christian teachings, to speak against
caste and support the rights of women and Dalits. Gandhi used religion to teach peace, truth,
and non-violence. He believed all religions teach love and unity.
The paper compares Phule and Gandhi to show how both used religion in different ways to
help people. It also talks about how religion can be used for good or bad, depending on how
people use it. In the end, the paper calls for a kind of religion that helps others and brings
peace and justice to society.
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