Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi (1869–1948) was a prominent leader in India's struggle for independence from British rule and a global icon of nonviolent resistance. His philosophy and actions profoundly influenced civil rights movements worldwide. Here’s an overview of his life and legacy: --- Early Life Birth: Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat, India. Family: He belonged to a Hindu family, and his father was a diwan (chief minister). Education: Studied law in London (1888–1891) and became a barrister. --- Life in South Africa (1893–1914) Gandhi moved to South Africa to practice law. Here, he faced racial discrimination, which shaped his future ideology. He pioneered Satyagraha (truth force), a philosophy of nonviolent resistance, to combat injustice. Key campaigns included fighting for the rights of Indian immigrants in South Africa. --- Role in India’s Independence Movement 1. Return to India: In 1915, Gandhi returned to India and joined the Indian Na...