Mahatma Gandhi Flashcards
When was Mahatma Gandhi born?
October 2, 1869
Where was Mahatma Gandhi born?
Porbandar, Gujarat, India
What was Gandhi’s profession after returning from London?
He was a barrister.
Where did Gandhi develop his philosophy of non-violent resistance?
In South Africa (1893-1915)
What was Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violent resistance called?
Satyagraha
What was the purpose of the Salt March?
To protest against the British salt taxes.
Which campaign called for Indians to boycott British goods?
The Non-Cooperation Movement (1920)
What was Gandhi’s role in the Quit India Movement?
He led a mass civil disobedience campaign demanding an end to British rule.
What form of rule did India experience during Gandhi’s lifetime?
British colonialism
What global trend was happening during Gandhi’s lifetime that influenced his work?
The rise of nationalism and global independence movements.
What type of resistance did Gandhi advocate for?
Non-violent civil disobedience.
How did Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violence influence the world?
It inspired global civil rights movements, including those led by Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela.
What is Gandhi’s philosophy of self-reliance associated with?
Khadi (homespun cloth) as a symbol of Indian independence.
What title is Gandhi remembered by in India?
Father of the Nation.
What day is celebrated as the International Day of Non-Violence?
Gandhi’s birthday, October 2.
