A New Republic - Episode 10: The Aundh Experiment

Learn about the Aundh Experiment, a little-known declaration by the Raja of Aundh that granted complete freedom to his people and established a committee for the transfer of power. Explore the practical implementation of a Gandhian constitution in Aundh, a princely state in India. Discover the life of Morris Friedman, an electrical engineer turned swami, and his controversial factory in Bangalore. Pant and Friedman collaborate on innovations and economic development, seeking Gandhi's guidance in writing a constitution. Explore Gandhi's audacious challenge to pass the constitution, conduct elections, and educate adults in Aumd, while the British government watches on.