How well do you know Mahatma Gandhi and his fight for India's independence?
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Where did Gandhi receive his law training?

  • New Delhi
  • London (correct)
  • Mumbai
  • Kolkata
  • What was Gandhi's primary method of resistance?

  • Political maneuvering
  • Nonviolent resistance (correct)
  • Bribery
  • Violence
  • What did Gandhi challenge with the Dandi Salt March?

  • British-imposed alcohol tax
  • British-imposed sugar tax
  • British-imposed salt tax (correct)
  • British-imposed tea tax
  • What was Gandhi's vision for an independent India?

    <p>Based on religious pluralism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Gandhi campaign for upon his return to India in 1915?

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    Study Notes

    • Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was an Indian lawyer and anti-colonial nationalist.
    • He employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule.
    • He inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world.
    • Gandhi was born and raised in a Hindu family in coastal Gujarat.
    • He trained in law in London and moved to South Africa in 1893.
    • Gandhi raised a family and first employed nonviolent resistance in a campaign for civil rights in South Africa.
    • He returned to India in 1915 and led nationwide campaigns for easing poverty, expanding women's rights, and achieving self-rule.
    • Gandhi adopted a simple lifestyle and undertook long fasts as a means of both introspection and political protest.
    • He challenged the British-imposed salt tax with the Dandi Salt March in 1930 and called for the British to quit India in 1942.
    • Gandhi's vision of an independent India based on religious pluralism was challenged by Muslim nationalism, which led to the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947.

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    "Test Your Knowledge on the Life and Legacy of Mahatma Gandhi" - Get ready to learn about the inspiring journey of one of the greatest leaders in history. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on the life, accomplishments, and challenges faced by Mahatma Gandhi. From his early years in Gujarat to his fight for India's independence, you'll discover the key moments that defined Gandhi's legacy. Whether you're a history buff or just curious to learn more about this iconic figure, take the quiz

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