2 Questions
True or false: Mahatma Gandhi was born in 1869.
True
True or false: Gandhi died in 1947.
False
Study Notes
- Mahatma Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869 in the coastal town of Porbandar in Gujarat, India.
- He trained as a lawyer and moved to South Africa in 1893 to work as an advocate.
- In 1915, Gandhi returned to India and began leading protests against British policies.
- He became leader of the Indian National Congress in 1921 and led nationwide campaigns for social and economic reforms.
- Gandhi adopted a simple lifestyle and undertook long fasts as a means of protesting and raising awareness.
- In 1947, India gained its independence from Britain and Gandhi played an important role in the process. He visited areas affected by religious violence and attempted to stop it.
- Gandhi died on January 30, 1948 at the age of 80.
Test your knowledge about the life and achievements of Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent leader in India's independence movement. From his early years in Gujarat to his role in leading protests and advocating for social and economic reforms, this quiz covers key aspects of Gandhi's impactful life.
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