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.
- Studied law at the Inner Temple, London.
- Admitted to the English Bar in 1891.
Career and Major Achievements
- Practiced law in South Africa, where he experienced racial discrimination.
- Developed and promoted Satyagraha, a philosophy of nonviolent resistance.
- Led movements for Indian independence from British rule.
- Inspired civil rights and freedom movements across the world.
- Served multiple prison terms for his activism.
- Played a crucial role in the Indian National Congress.
- Advocated for religious pluralism and social justice.
Notable Works
- Hind Swaraj (1909)
- The Story of My Experiments with Truth (Autobiography)
- Writings published in Young India and Harijan.
Legacy and Impact
Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent resistance profoundly influenced political movements for civil rights and freedom worldwide. His advocacy for social justice and religious tolerance continues to inspire activism and social change.
Further Study
For further understanding of Gandhi's life and influence, resources such as the nithyashree venkataramanan biography of mahatma gandhi can provide detailed insights. Other biographical resources and historical analyses are also readily available.