Conversation so far:
Why did Anna Hazare support prohibition?
The economy of Ralegan Siddhi had become reliant on the illegal manufacture and sale of alcohol, a product on which many of the villagers had become dependent.
Did Anna Hazare close down any bars or drinking establishments?
Anna Hazare and the youth group, and the villagers resolved to close down liquor dens and ban alcohol in the village. Over thirty liquor brewing units voluntarily closed their establishments.
Did Anna Hazare and the youth group resort to violent means to get people to follow their rules?
Liquor brewing units who did not succumb to social pressure were forced to close their businesses when the youth group smashed their premises.
Did Anna Hazare and the youth group get into any legal trouble for doing this?
The liquor brewing unit owners could not complain as their businesses were illegal.
What laws were passed due to Anna Hazare's youth group and his beliefs?
In 2009 the state government amended the Bombay Prohibition Act, 1949 to reflect this.
Did Anna Hazare project his influence onto any other groups besides the Ralegan Siddhi?
Anna Hazarezare appealed to the Maharashtra government to pass a law whereby prohibition would come into force in a village if 25% of the women in the village demanded it.
What is the Holi ceremony?
The festival of Holi is celebrated as a symbolic burning of evil
Were there any other things Anna Hazare wanted banned aside from alcohol?
It was decided to ban the sale of tobacco, cigarettes, and beedies in the village.

Question: How did he justify his actions during this time?
Self-contained rewrite: How did Anna Hazare justify his actions during the prohibition?