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Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, was a revered leader in India's struggle for independence from British colonial rule

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He was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, a coastal town in Gujarat, India.

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Gandhi is fondly referred to as the "Father of the Nation" in India for his pivotal role in achieving independence through non-violent civil disobedience.

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He studied law in England and later practiced law in South Africa, where he began his journey as a social and political activist.

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Gandhi's philosophy of non-violence, called "Satyagraha," became the cornerstone of his leadership and inspired movements for justice and freedom worldwide.

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The iconic image of Gandhi shows him wearing a simple white dhoti and shawl, emphasizing his commitment to simplicity and frugality.

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He led numerous movements, including the Salt March in 1930, where he and his followers protested the British monopoly on salt production by making salt from the sea.

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Gandhi's hunger strikes and fasting were powerful tools of protest and played a significant role in gaining attention to the Indian independence movement.

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He was a champion of social justice and worked tirelessly to eradicate untouchability, promote Hindu-Muslim unity, and uplift the downtrodden.

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Tragically, Gandhi was assassinated on January 30, 1948, in New Delhi by Nathuram Godse, a Hindu nationalist who disagreed with his ideology.

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Mahatma Gandhi's legacy continues to inspire people worldwide, and his birthday, October 2nd, is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday in India dedicated to his memory and his principles of truth, non-violence, and peace.

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