Essays on Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi is known around the world as a leader in non-violent resistance and peaceful civil disobedience. His life was filled with acts of selflessness, courage, and compassion. He has inspired millions to strive for freedom and justice without resorting to violence or oppression.Gandhi was born in India on October 2nd, 1869 into an upper caste family. He went on to study law at University College London before returning to India and starting his own law practice in Bombay High Court. It was during this time that he developed the philosophy of Satyagraha (or truth force). This concept encouraged people to use non-violence as a way of protesting against injustice or oppressive regimes ” something which would become central to his mission for Indian independence from Britain later in his life.In 1915, Gandhi returned to India after 20 years abroad determined to fight for Indian Independence from Britain through nonviolent means by organizing protests such as marches, boycotts, and hunger strikes. He also founded several movements including the All-India Home Rule League which sought home rule from Britain while still remaining part of the British Empire; The Non Cooperation Movement which called upon Indians not cooperate with oppressive laws imposed by the British government; and The Salt March which protested against high taxes on salt imposed by the British rulers. These campaigns resulted in significant gains towards India’s liberation movement but also caused unrest between Hindu and Muslim factions within India itself due largely in part due Gandhis strong stance on interfaith harmony between Hindus and Muslims – calling upon both sides not only to be tolerant but also accepting of each other’s beliefs and traditions despite their differences.. In 1948, Gandhis’ tireless efforts finally paid off when India achieved its independence from Britain following a three year struggle led primarily by him alongside many other prominent activists such as Jawaharlal Nehru who became independent Indias first prime minister . However just months later , much of what he had worked so hard for came undone when communal tensions between Hindus & Muslims erupted over control of Kashmir resulting in mass massacres & displacement . Despite these events , Gandhi remained committed to peace & reconciliation until his assassination at age 79 by religious extremist Nathuram Godse who accused him being too sympathetic towards indias muslim population . Despite tragic end , Mahatma Ghandi will forever remembered worldwide for championing equal rights & social justice through non violent means rather than engaging violence thus establishing a legacy that remains relevant today even more so given current political climate where it seems like people are becoming increasingly divided based on race , religion , gender identity etc .