Gandhi mahatma biography

Gandhi's birthday, 2 October, is commemorated in India as Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday, and worldwide as the International Day of Nonviolence. Gandhi is considered to be the Father of the Nation in post-colonial India. Mahatma Gandhi (–) was an Indian lawyer, politician, social activist, and writer who became the leader of the Indian Independence Movement against British rule. He is internationally esteemed for his doctrine of nonviolent protest (satyagraha) to achieve political and social progress. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Mohandas Gandhi Historian Yohuru Williams gives a brief recap of the life of Mahatma Gandhi.