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Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated in New Delhi by Nathuram Godse. This date is
commemorated as Martyrs' Day in India to honor his sacrifice for the nation.
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born in Porbandar, India, to a Hindu family. His father was the chief minister of Porbandar, and his mother was deeply religious, instilling in him values of nonviolence and compassion.
Marriage to Kasturba Kapadia
1882
At the age of 13, Gandhi married Kasturba Kapadia, who was also 13. This arranged marriage would last a lifetime and see Kasturba participate in Gandhi's civil disobedience campaigns.
Law Studies in London
1888–1891
Gandhi traveled to London to study law, where he was exposed to various religious texts, including the Bible and the Bhagavad Gita. This period shaped his intellectual and spiritual foundation.
Move to South Africa
1893–1894
Gandhi moved to South Africa for work, encountering racial discrimination. In 1894, he founded the Natal Indian Congress to advocate for Indian rights, marking the start of his political activism.
Return to India
1915
Gandhi returned to India and joined the Indian National Congress. He began organizing peasants and farmers, introducing nonviolent civil disobedience as a tool for social change.
Dandi Salt March
1930
Gandhi led the Dandi Salt March, a 24-day protest against British salt taxation. This act of defiance became a symbol of India's resistance and drew global attention.
Assassination
January 30, 1948
Gandhi was assassinated by Nathuram Godse, a Hindu nationalist, in New Delhi. His death was a tragic end to a life dedicated to peace and unity.
Indian Independence
1947
India gained independence from British rule, a culmination of Gandhi's lifelong efforts. However, the partition of India and Pakistan led to widespread violence, which Gandhi had opposed.
Legacy and Global Influence
Post-1948
Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence inspired leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela. His ideas continue to influence global movements for justice and peace.
Brief
Known For
Leading the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule through nonviolent resistance, and inspiring civil rights movements worldwide with his philosophy of satyagraha.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 2 October 1869.
Born Place: Porbandar, India.
Death Date: 30 January 1948.
Death Place: Delhi, India.
Career
Current occupation: Deceased.
Past occupations: Lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, political ethicist, leader of the Indian National Congress.
Current Place of Work: N/A.
Previous Place of Work: India and South Africa.
Wikipedia Article
Welcome to the Mahatma Gandhi Hub! This community hub — built on top of and serving as a companion to the Wikipedia article — lets you discuss, collect, and organize everything related to Mahatma Gandhi.
Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated in New Delhi by Nathuram Godse. This date is
commemorated as Martyrs' Day in India to honor his sacrifice for the nation.
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born in Porbandar, India, to a Hindu family. His father was the chief minister of Porbandar, and his mother was deeply religious, instilling in him values of nonviolence and compassion.
Marriage to Kasturba Kapadia
1882
At the age of 13, Gandhi married Kasturba Kapadia, who was also 13. This arranged marriage would last a lifetime and see Kasturba participate in Gandhi's civil disobedience campaigns.
Law Studies in London
1888–1891
Gandhi traveled to London to study law, where he was exposed to various religious texts, including the Bible and the Bhagavad Gita. This period shaped his intellectual and spiritual foundation.
Move to South Africa
1893–1894
Gandhi moved to South Africa for work, encountering racial discrimination. In 1894, he founded the Natal Indian Congress to advocate for Indian rights, marking the start of his political activism.
Return to India
1915
Gandhi returned to India and joined the Indian National Congress. He began organizing peasants and farmers, introducing nonviolent civil disobedience as a tool for social change.
Dandi Salt March
1930
Gandhi led the Dandi Salt March, a 24-day protest against British salt taxation. This act of defiance became a symbol of India's resistance and drew global attention.
Assassination
January 30, 1948
Gandhi was assassinated by Nathuram Godse, a Hindu nationalist, in New Delhi. His death was a tragic end to a life dedicated to peace and unity.
Indian Independence
1947
India gained independence from British rule, a culmination of Gandhi's lifelong efforts. However, the partition of India and Pakistan led to widespread violence, which Gandhi had opposed.
Legacy and Global Influence
Post-1948
Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence inspired leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela. His ideas continue to influence global movements for justice and peace.
Brief
Known For
Leading the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule through nonviolent resistance, and inspiring civil rights movements worldwide with his philosophy of satyagraha.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 2 October 1869.
Born Place: Porbandar, India.
Death Date: 30 January 1948.
Death Place: Delhi, India.
Career
Current occupation: Deceased.
Past occupations: Lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, political ethicist, leader of the Indian National Congress.
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