Personal Information
Full Name: Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
Popular Name: Mahatma Gandhi / Bapu / Father of the Nation
Birth Date: 2 October 1869
Birthplace: Porbandar, Gujarat, India
Died: 30 January 1948, New Delhi, India
Age at Death: 78 Years
Nationality: Indian
Profession: Lawyer, Freedom Fighter, Political Leader, Social Reformer
Known For: Leading India’s non-violent freedom movement
Physical Appearance
Height: Approx. 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
Weight: Around 50–52 kg (estimated)
Family
Father: Karamchand Gandhi (Dewan of Porbandar)
Mother: Putlibai Gandhi
Marital Status: Married
Wife: Kasturba Gandhi (m. 1883)
Children: 4 sons — Harilal, Manilal, Ramdas, Devdas
Education
Early schooling in Rajkot
Studied Law at University College London (Inner Temple, 1888–1891)
Career Journey
Started career as a lawyer in South Africa
Developed the principles of Satyagraha (truth & non-violent resistance)
Returned to India in 1915 and began the freedom struggle
Led major movements:
Non-Cooperation Movement
Civil Disobedience Movement
Salt March (Dandi March – 1930)
Quit India Movement (1942)
Philosophy & Achievements
Promoted non-violence (Ahimsa), truth, equality, and peace
Inspired global leaders, including Nelson Mandela & Martin Luther King Jr.
Played a key role in India gaining independence from British rule
Awards & Honours
Nominated 5 times for Nobel Peace Prize (never awarded)
Globally respected humanitarian & peace icon
Death
Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on 30 January 1948 in New Delhi.
His teachings continue to influence movements for justice and peace worldwide.
Legacy
Father of the Indian Nation
Symbol of peace, simplicity, and moral leadership
His birthday, 2 October, is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti and International Day of Non-Violence.e
Quick Facts
Practised a simple lifestyle & vegetarianism
Known for spinning khadi and promoting self-reliance
Influenced global civil rights movements