Mahatma Gandhi
- Born:
- Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, 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 Modh Bania family in Porbandar, Gujarat.
- Studied law at University College London.
- Admitted to the Inner Temple to become a barrister.
Career and Major Achievements
- Led the Indian independence movement against British rule.
- Pioneered the philosophy of Satyagraha (non-violent resistance).
- Organized numerous protests and civil disobedience campaigns, including the Salt March.
- Played a crucial role in India's independence in 1947.
- Advocated for religious tolerance and social justice.
Notable Works
- Hind Swaraj (Indian Home Rule)
- The Story of My Experiments with Truth (Autobiography)
- Writings on Satyagraha and non-violent resistance.
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Legacy and Impact
Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of non-violent resistance has inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. He is revered as the Father of the Nation in India, and his teachings continue to be relevant in the pursuit of peace and justice.