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Gandhi

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, commonly known as Mahatma Gandhi, was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement against British rule. Born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, India, Gandhi is celebrated for his philosophy of non-violent civil disobedience, which he employed to lead India to independence. His principles of Satyagraha (truth and non-violence) have inspired numerous civil rights movements across the world.

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1869 — 2019

  1. 1869

    Birth of Gandhi

    Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, a coastal town in present-day Gujarat, India.
  2. 1888

    Gandhi Travels to London

    In 1888, Gandhi traveled to London to study law at University College London and to train as a barrister.
  3. 1893

    Gandhi in South Africa

    Gandhi moved to South Africa in 1893 to work as a legal representative for an Indian firm. His experiences with racial discrimination there shaped his future activism.
  4. 1906

    First Satyagraha Campaign

    Gandhi organized his first Satyagraha campaign in South Africa in 1906 to protest against the Transvaal government's discriminatory policies against Indians.
  5. 1915

    Return to India

    Gandhi returned to India in 1915 and joined the Indian National Congress. He began to work towards Indian self-rule.
  6. 1919

    Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

    The Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919, where British troops killed hundreds of unarmed Indian civilians, intensified Gandhi's resolve for Indian independence.
  7. 1920

    Non-Cooperation Movement

    Gandhi launched the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1920, urging Indians to withdraw from British institutions and boycott British goods.
  8. 1930

    Salt March

    In 1930, Gandhi led the Salt March, a 240-mile protest against the British salt tax, which became a pivotal event in the Indian independence movement.
  9. 1931

    Round Table Conference

    Gandhi attended the Round Table Conference in London in 1931 to discuss constitutional reforms in India, although the talks were largely unsuccessful.
  10. 1942

    Quit India Movement

    Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement in 1942, demanding an end to British rule in India. He was arrested and imprisoned for nearly two years.
  11. 1947

    Indian Independence

    India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, largely due to Gandhi's efforts and leadership in the non-violent struggle.
  12. 1948

    Assassination of Gandhi

    Gandhi was assassinated on January 30, 1948, by Nathuram Godse, a Hindu nationalist who opposed Gandhi's tolerance towards Muslims.
  13. 1950

    Posthumous Influence

    Gandhi's philosophy of non-violence continued to influence civil rights movements globally, including the American Civil Rights Movement led by Martin Luther King Jr.
  14. 1969

    Gandhi's Birth Centenary

    The 100th anniversary of Gandhi's birth was celebrated worldwide, highlighting his enduring legacy and contributions to peace and non-violent resistance.
  15. 1995

    Gandhi's Image on Indian Currency

    In 1995, the Reserve Bank of India introduced banknotes featuring Gandhi's image, symbolizing his lasting impact on the nation.
  16. 2007

    International Day of Non-Violence

    The United Nations declared October 2, Gandhi's birthday, as the International Day of Non-Violence, honoring his legacy and promoting global peace.
  17. 2019

    150th Birth Anniversary

    In 2019, the world celebrated the 150th birth anniversary of Gandhi with various events and initiatives to promote his teachings of non-violence and peace.

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