Gandhi - Early Years Flashcards
When and What was the first Indian association created?
Who was the leader and what were their views?
1885:
Indian National Congress
Annie Besant, moderate ideals and autonomy (with consent from England)
What were the main changes following the Sepoy Rebellion?
Universities created:
Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai
New Professions: Journalism, Law
Indian Consciousness of their rights
What was a major factor in delaying independance
A division amongst population. Nationalism often represented Hinduism, not Islam.
Also, English Leaders and Indian Apathy
When was, and what caused the Second Indian Rebellion?
1905: Government divides Bengal
They said it was to ease administration, but it was really to prevent people (politicians) from uniting
What were the results of the Second Indian Rebellion
2 years of unrest
People sent to island prisons
Country divided between Moderate and Nationalist
When and where was Gandhi born?
1869 in Gujarat
Describe Gandhi’s family
High cast, but not Brahmin
Youngest of 4 children
Traditional: vegetarian, no alcohol
At what age was Gandhi married? When did they have their first kid?
Married at 13, first kid at 15
Why didn’t his family want Gandhi to go to London?
His cast wouldn’t be recognized, but he promises to be faithful to traditions and wife.
What happens for Gandhi when he is in London?
He studies law for 3 years
Wants to become citizen
Adopts the culture (suits, dance, violin)
Joins theosophical Society and discovers the Bible and other Religions
What happens when Gandhi returns from Law School?
He can’t find a job due to over-saturation of lawyers, decides to go to South Africa for 1 year
How long does Gandhi stay in South Africa?
20 years
What were the 4 states in South Africa where Indians could live?
Cap, Natal, Transvaal, Orang
What were the difference between Rich Indians and Poor ones?
Rich Indian Merchants from Gujarat could buy the right to vote; could own land in Natal
Poor Indiand were basically slaves on plantations
What happened during Gandhi’s commute to SA?
He bought a first-class ticket, but was told to go to 3rd class because of his skin colour. He refused.