Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi, the revered Indian leader and advocate of nonviolent resistance, inspired a nation to fight for independence from British rule through peaceful means, leaving an enduring legacy in history.
Political Figure
October 2, 1869
Libra
January 30, 1948
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Porbandar, India
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, commonly known as Mahatma Gandhi, was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and political ethicist who played a pivotal role in leading India to independence from British rule through nonviolent resistance. Some of his most notable works include “Hind Swaraj” and “The Story of My Experiments with Truth.” He is also well-known for his involvement in the Salt March. Gandhi’s principles and leadership have had a lasting impact on social justice and peacemaking efforts worldwide.
Gandhi’s accomplishments include advocating for civil rights, spearheading India’s nonviolent independence movement, and ultimately contributing to the end of British rule in India. His influence extended beyond India, as he inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the globe.