Mahatma Gandhi

 Mahatma Gandhi was an Indian independence activist, leader, and politician. He was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat, India, and died on January 30, 1948, in New Delhi, India.

Gandhi played a key role in India's struggle for independence from British rule through his philosophy of nonviolent resistance, which he called Satyagraha. He advocated for civil disobedience, boycotts, and peaceful protests to achieve political and social change.

Gandhi also fought for the rights of the untouchables, or the Dalits, who were considered the lowest caste in India's social hierarchy. He believed in the principle of Ahimsa, which is nonviolence or non-injury to all living beings.

Gandhi's life and teachings continue to inspire people around the world, and he is widely regarded as one of the most important figures in modern history. He is also known by the honorific title "Mahatma," which means "great soul" in Sanskrit.