Mahatma Gandhi

Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. Known for his philosophy of nonviolent resistance (Satyagraha), Gandhi advocated for civil rights, social reforms, and the promotion of self-sufficiency through initiatives like the Swadeshi movement, which encouraged the use of local products.Educated in law in London, he initially practiced in South Africa, where he fought against racial discrimination. Upon returning to India, he became a key figure in the struggle for independence, leading various campaigns, including the Salt March in 1930, which protested the British salt tax. Gandhi's commitment to nonviolence and his vision for a united, equitable society made him a global symbol of peace and civil rights. He was assassinated in 1948, but his legacy continues to inspire movements for justice and equality around the world.