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Mahatma Gandhi (born 1 October 1869 - assassinated 30 January 1948) was an Indian pacifist, politician, important resistance fighter, lawyer and publicist. Portrait 1931, London He gained his first formative experiences with the cruelty of colonialism and resistance during his time in South Africa (1892-1914) . After returning to India, he successfully led the Indian independence movement against the British colonial power. India finally achieved independence in August 1947. About six months later, he was assassinated by a Hindu nationalist. He is regarded as an outstanding representative of the struggle for freedom against oppression, colonialism, racism and injustice. The methods of non-violent resistance he developed have been a model for many social movements ever since. Contemporary history, historical

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Apr 13, 1931

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