Exploring Culture and Peace in the Context of Afghanistan

Mahatma Gandhi's practice of non-violence sets a unique base for a culture of tolerance, equality, freedom to exercise political, civil and economic rights and allow a natural course for the creation of social capital among people living in society. In the backdrop of conflicts in different parts of the world, it would be worthwhile to explore how the Gandhian principles of nonviolence and nonviolent conflict resolution remain an important compass to work for a culture of peace. This chapter will explore these dimensions in the context of Afghanistan.