Mahatma Gandhi
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, known as Mahatma Gandhi, was the foremost leader of Indian nationalism during British rule.
Born in Gujarat and trained as a lawyer in London, Gandhi first gained prominence fighting for civil rights in South Africa.
Returning to India in 1915, he organized peasant protests and became a leader in the Indian National Congress.
Gandhi championed non-violent civil disobedience, advocating for independence, poverty alleviation, women's rights, and religious harmony.
His philosophy of satyagraha (non-violent resistance) inspired civil rights movements worldwide.
Gandhi's spiritual teacher was Shrimad Rajchandra, a Jain philosopher.
Despite facing imprisonment and assassination, Gandhi's legacy as a symbol of peace and freedom endures.
