Gandhi Essays

  • gandhi

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    fight with knowledge and nonviolence to change a way of life. Gandhi was a well knowledgeable and unique person who found hope in struggles that he never thought would shape who he was. Gandhi was born in a Hindu family, and even though he was the youngest he made a huge impact on others (“Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi” pg 3). He had his older brother who helped him with his education when his father passed away (“Mohandas Gandhi”). Gandhi was very religious even when he was little his brothers tried

  • Mahatma Gandhi

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    Mahatma Gandhi Mahatma Gandhi whose real name was Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, was born in 1869 at Porbandar in the state of Gujarat in India. His father’s name was Karamchand Gandhi and his mother’s name was Putlibai. He was the youngest in the family of one sister and three brothers. Both his parents were deeply religious and frequently visited temples and took their meals only after daily prayers. In school Gandhi was a mediocre student who was quite an introvert. He was even afraid to talk

  • The Similarities Of Gandhi And Gandhi To Mahatma Gandhi

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    If I had the opportunity to have lunch with an important person I would choose Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhi was definitely an admirable person who fought for Indian liberation through peaceful forms of disobedience. Gandhi showed to the world that there were more important things to fight or worry about than material things. He was very committed to his policy of non-violent non-cooperation to achieve the independence of India. His main goal was to alleviate poverty, liberate woman, put an end to discrimination

  • Mahatma Gandhi

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    Mahatma Gandhi Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born in Porbandar, India, on October 2, 1869. Although his father was a chief minister for the maharaja of Porbandar, the family came from the traditional caste of grocers (the name Gandhi means grocer). His mother's religion was Jainism, a Hindu religion which ideas of nonviolence and vegetarianism are very important. Gandhi said that he was most influenced by his mother, whose life was an endless chain of fasts and vows. When, in the company of boyhood

  • Mohandas Gandhi

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    Mohandas Gandhi once said “When I despair, I remember that all through history the ways of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants, and murderers, and for a time they can seem invincible, but in the end they always fall. Think of it--always.” (Manas). Gandhi was the most well-known spiritual and political leader during India’s independence movement. Born in India, Gandhi spent a large part of his life in South Africa. Taking part in civil-rights activities in South Africa, Gandhi returned

  • Gandhi: Explanations of Nature and Nurture

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    Nature vs. Nurture The relative contributions of nature and nurture are an apparent part of human development which makes us ask the question, are heredity and environment opposing forces?(Sternberg 100) The question of nature vs. nurture can be examined and can be attempted to be comprehended in many ways. Our stand on which theory is the correct one is obviously a matter of opinion and makes us wonder if only one of them is truly correct. Nurture seems to be the explanation that holds the most

  • Comparing the Journeys of Hesse's Siddhartha and Gandhi

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    Siddhartha and Gandhi strove for different goals during their lives. Siddhartha's goal was very personal, while Gandhi's goal encompassed the world. This was shown by their spiritual development throughout their journeys. Siddhartha evolved from an inexperienced spiritual being to a man, returned to spirituality, and ended with nirvana. Gandhi traveled a much straighter path, originally being a worldly man merely seeking his correct place in life, when his spiritual development unexpectedly produced

  • Gandhi`s Achivements and Failures

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     Gandhi was an influential figure in our society. He taught many people about equal rights, honouring thy neighbour, and peace and tranquillity. Although at times his actions were deemed improbable and insane nevertheless, they were effective. Life of Mohatama Gandhi; his goals he accomplish for freedom for South Africa; and how Mohatama finally obtained freedom for India. Gandhi, also known as Mahatma Gandhi, was born in the present state of Gujarat on October 2, 1869. He was educated

  • Gandhi Movie Summary

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    The movie Gandhi starts off with the assassination of Gandhi on January 30, 1948. He was killed because of the split of Hindus and Muslims into Pakistan and India, instead of trying to keep the country united (which was impossible at the time). The story then jumps back to Gandhi early in his life, when he is a practicing attorney. He is traveling in South Africa on a train and is thrown off because he refuses to give up his first class seat. The conductor wants him to move because he is Indian.

  • Mahatma Gandhi: Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi

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    Gandhi is known as a world renown hero. He was an advocate for civil disobedience and peace which resulted in him gaining people’s respect and eventually freeing India of Britain’s control. He freed India through non-violence techniques which is why he became such an important asset to India. Gandhi was secure in himself and his ideas, which brought peace to India. Gandhi background Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, or better known as Mahatma Gandhi was an anti-war activist in India who fought for

  • Mahatma Gandhi

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    the freedom from British control through the religious figure we know as Mahatma Gandhi. In our history books we learn of his political struggle through nonviolent acts that helped to create the independence for Indian’s within India. However, Gandhi was using his religious background of Hinduism with Jainism influence to create a bond with the people of India to try and recreate their own civilization again. Gandhi was a major factor in not only the historical significance of India, but also created

  • Gandhi Nonviolence

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    Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi revolutionized India’s history forever. In the 1930s, The British colonized India and unfairly controlled and ruled over the people of India. The people of India wanted to fight for independence, but they did not want war because they did not want to many casualties. Mohandas Gandhi stepped forward with vast knowledge and lead the people of India.Mohandas Gandhi’s use of nonviolence against the British demonstrates how efficient and successful nonviolent movements are in

  • Mahatma Gandhi

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    Mohandas Gandhi, also known as Mahatma Gandhi, was born in Gujarat, India on October 2, 1869, and got taught law at University College, London. In 1891, Gandhi returned to India and attempted to establish a practice in Bombay, with almost no success. Two years later, an Indian firm with interests in South Africa kept him as legal adviser in the office. After arriving there, Gandhi found himself treated as a member of an inferior race. He was shocked at the general rejection of civil liberties and

  • Differences between Saddam Hussein and Mohandus Gandhi

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    Saddam Hussein and Mohandus Gandhi Saddam Hussein, the vicious dictator of Iraq. It is surprising to find that he has things in common with one of the greatest makers of peace, Mohandus Gandhi. Though these two people are the complete opposite of one another, they share the one thing they hold most dear, their religion. Religion is a big part of a person, and is closely related with a persons character. Religion teaches people how to act in different situations, so it would be safe to conclude that

  • Gandhi at His Spinning Wheel

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    remembered and cherished. Such as his infamous portrait which almost did not make it.” (1946) Life Magazine. I am going to be analysing the historical story behind the photograph Gandhi at his Spinning Wheel. This black and white portrait photograph was taken by Margaret Bourke- White in 1946. His real name is Mahatma Gandhi; he was one of the most important figures of the 20th century. Gandhi’s overall appearance made people question their views of him. His frame was thin and frail but he was one of

  • Mahatma Gandhi Research Paper

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    Mohandas Gandhi was a religious man, however, his religious beliefs did not come from his childhood but from his studies that he began as a political activist in South Africa. Upon his return to India from England, he had had a rough start as a lawyer and accepted an offer to work on a case in South Africa. He ended up staying in South Africa for more than twenty years. In South Africa Gandhi became a leader of the Indian immigration population. Gandhi had to learn skills to overcome caste, class

  • Machiavelli and Gandhi

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    Ahimsa is a concept that was practiced by political and ideological leader Mohandas Gandhi; a concept that he used to promote the use of non-violent tactics and passive resistance against colonial rule in India. Mohandas Gandhi used Ahimsa as the means to an end and therefore, ultimately rejected Machiavelli's advice on the qualities a prince must possess to retain his title. Machiavelli advises that the leaders have military experience and, “In peace time he must train himself more than in times

  • Biography Of Gandhi

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    Gandhi was a small and humble man always cloaked in simple robes and has had a worldwide influence on leaders with his remarkable achievements. These include using a non-violent civil disobedience in his leadership during the struggle in India. He set an example for the modern world through his unwavering commitment to peace, nobility, and respect. He thought us all what is necessary and what is possible. Gandhi was born during the time of the British rule in India. He was very spiritual, but at

  • Indira Gandhi Research Paper

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    Indira Gandhi was an important historical figure in India. She broke through traditional gender boundaries, and became a woman leader of the largest democracy in the world. This was an accomplishment that even the United States has not achieved. She also marked the start of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty within a democratic India. Internal affairs such as the Hindu-Sikh conflict and the exponentially growing population led to Indira Gandhi changing her governance to that of an authoritarian. Indira Gandhi's

  • Mahandas Gandhi

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    betterment of humanity. Romantic hero overcomes challenge to help society takes back enlightenment and shares it with society. Mahandas Gandhi is a romantic hero because he tries to change the world for the betterment of liberty. Mahandas Gandhi was born on October 2, 1896 in Porbandar, India. The Gandhis were middle-class, cultured, and deeply religious Hindus. When Gandhi was thirteen, he was married to his wife, Kasturbai. They had four children. Ghandi went to study law in London after high school