Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
- Born:
- October 2, 1869, Porbandar, British India
- Died:
- January 30, 1948, New Delhi, India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Lawyer, Anti-colonial Nationalist, Political Ethicist
Early Life and Education
- Born into a Gujarati Hindu Modh Bania family.
- Educated at Alfred High School in Rajkot.
- Studied law at University College London.
- Admitted to the English Bar in 1891.
Career and Major Achievements
- Practiced law in India and South Africa.
- Developed Satyagraha, a philosophy of nonviolent resistance.
- Led the Indian National Congress in the fight for independence from British rule.
- Organized numerous campaigns of civil disobedience, including the Salt March.
- Instrumental in India achieving independence in 1947.
Legacy and Impact
Mahatma Gandhi, revered as the Father of the Nation in India, left an indelible mark on the world through his philosophy of nonviolent resistance and his leadership in the Indian independence movement. The study of figures like Gandhi continues, as explored in texts such as "Shahriman Shamsuddin biography of Mahatma", which delve into the life and significance of this influential leader. His ideas have inspired countless movements for social justice and human rights globally.
Notable Works
- Hind Swaraj (1909)
- An Autobiography or The Story of My Experiments with Truth
- Satyagraha in South Africa
Awards and Recognition
| Award | Year |
|---|---|
| Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize | Multiple nominations (never awarded) |