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Was Gandhi a patriot?
Because Gandhiji, through his erudition and his struggles and sufferings had learnt that being religious and being patriotic were the same. For him, his patriotism was not separate from his religion, it was derived from his religion.
What was Gandhi’s family life like?
Gandhi’s father was a local government official working under the suzerainty of the British Raj, and his mother was a religious devotee who—like the rest of the family—practiced in the Vaishnavist tradition of Hinduism. Gandhi married his wife, Kasturba, when he was 13, and together they had five children.
How did Gandhi inspire others?
The main reason why people are inspired by Gandhiji is his philosophy of non-violence. He used non-violence to free India from British. His manner of dressing shows us his unwillingness to use foreign products. Though he is not with us today, his great sayings and doings will go on inspiring many people.
How was Gandhi a nationalist?
Gandhi’s nationalism seems simple and straightforward: he wanted an independent Indian nation state and freedom from British colonial rule. But in reality his nationalism rested on complex and sophisticated moral philosophy. He sought a tolerant and unified state that included all communities within a ‘Mother India’.
When did GandhiJI go to England and why?
In 1882 he married Kasturbai Makanji, with whom he had five children. Gandhi enrolled at Samaldas College, Bhaunagar, in 1887 but left after one term. However, he was encouraged to go to London to study law and he left for London on 4 September 1888.
What are three facts about Gandhi?
Fun Facts about Mohandas Gandhi
- The 1982 movie Gandhi won the Academy Award for best motion picture.
- His birthday is a national holiday in India. It is also the International Day of Non-Violence.
- He was the 1930 Time Magazine Man of the Year.
- Gandhi wrote a lot.
- He was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize five times.
What good things did Gandhi do?
10 Major Achievements of Mahatma Gandhi
- #1 He fought against racial discrimination in South Africa.
- #2 His Satyagraha campaign in SA led to the 1914 Indian Relief Act.
- #3 Mahatma Gandhi won his first battle of civil disobedience in India at Champaran.
- #4 He successfully led a non-violent tax revolt in Kheda.