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Where did Gandhi train in law before moving to South Africa?
Where did Gandhi train in law before moving to South Africa?
What was the purpose of Gandhi's campaign for civil rights in South Africa?
What was the purpose of Gandhi's campaign for civil rights in South Africa?
What was the outcome of Gandhi's Dandi Salt March in 1930?
What was the outcome of Gandhi's Dandi Salt March in 1930?
What was the main challenge to Gandhi's vision of an independent India?
What was the main challenge to Gandhi's vision of an independent India?
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What was the outcome of Britain granting independence to India in 1947?
What was the outcome of Britain granting independence to India in 1947?
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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.
- The honorific Mahātmā is now used throughout the world to refer to him.
- Gandhi was born and raised in a Hindu family in coastal Gujarat and trained in law in London.
- He first employed nonviolent resistance in South Africa for a campaign for civil rights.
- Gandhi led nationwide campaigns for easing poverty, expanding women's rights, and achieving self-rule.
- He was imprisoned many times in both South Africa and India.
- Gandhi's vision of an independent India based on religious pluralism was challenged by Muslim nationalism.
- He attempted to alleviate distress during religious violence and undertook several hunger strikes.
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"Discover the Life and Legacy of Mahatma Gandhi: Test Your Knowledge!" Take a journey through the life and times of one of the world's most renowned leaders, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. From his humble beginnings in coastal Gujarat to his successful campaign for India's independence, Gandhi's legacy has inspired generations. Test your knowledge of his nonviolent resistance, civil rights movements, and religious pluralism with this insightful quiz. Let's see how much you know about the man known as Mah
