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INDIRA GANDHI, Raja Rammohun Roy: A Bicentenary Tribute..
Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, was a prominent figure in Indias struggle for independence from British rule.
Howard Pollack's expansive biography examines Copland's long list of accomplishments while also telling the story of the composer's musical development.
His approach to non-violent protest and civil disobedience became a beacon for peaceful movements worldwide.
Gandhis beliefs in simplicity, non-violence, and truth had a profound impact on the world, influencing other leaders like Martin Luther King Jr.
Early Life and Education
Gandhi was born on October 2, , in Porbandar, a coastal town in western India.
He was the youngest child of Karamchand Gandhi, the dewan (chief minister) of Porbandar, and his fourth wife, Putlibai. Coming from a Hindu family, young Gandhi was deeply influenced by the stories of the Hindu god Vishnu and the values of truthfulness, non-violence, and self-discipline.
His mother, a devout Hindu, played a crucial role in shaping his character, instilling in him the principles of fasting, vegetarianism, and mutual tolerance among people of different religions.
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