Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
- Born:
- October 2, 1869, Porbandar, Gujarat, 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.
- Educated at Alfred High School, Rajkot.
- Studied law at University College London.
- Admitted to the Inner Temple to become a barrister.
Career and Major Achievements
- Practiced law in South Africa, where he experienced racial discrimination, which shaped his philosophy.
- Developed and promoted Satyagraha, a philosophy and practice of nonviolent resistance.
- Led the Indian independence movement against British rule.
- Key figure in the Indian National Congress.
- Organized various nonviolent campaigns, including the Salt March (1930) and the Quit India Movement (1942).
Notable Works
- Hind Swaraj (1909)
- An Autobiography or The Story of My Experiments with Truth (1927)
- Numerous articles and speeches advocating for Indian independence and nonviolent resistance.
- His teachings influenced movements for civil rights and freedom across the world.
Legacy and Impact
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, often referred to as Mahatma Gandhi, left an indelible mark on India and the world through his philosophy of nonviolent resistance and his leadership in the Indian independence movement. His ideas and methods continue to inspire activists and movements seeking social and political change. One perspective on his life can be found in k la rivera biography of mahatma gandhi, which explores his journey and contributions.