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Mahatma Gandhi, born in 1869 in India, was a pivotal leader in the Indian independence movement against British rule. Advocating nonviolent civil disobedience, he inspired millions through principles of truth (Satyagraha) and self-reliance. Gandhi’s campaigns, such as the Salt March and Quit India Movement, mobilized mass participation and drew global attention to India’s struggle. His emphasis on social reform included fighting caste discrimination and promoting rural development. Gandhi’s philosophy influenced global leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela. Assassinated in 1948, his legacy endures as a symbol of peace, justice, and the power of nonviolent resistance.