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Mahatma Gandhi

Truth is by nature self-evident. As soon as you remove the cobwebs of ignorance that surround it, it shines clear.

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Gandhi means that truth is obvious and does not need extra proof once you clear away misunderstandings or false beliefs. Ignorance acts like a web that hides the truth, but once it is removed, the truth becomes clear and undeniable.

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