Essay On MAHATMA GANDHI
Introduction
Mahatma Gandhi’s name is on the lips of everybody. He was the greatest man not only of India but of the world also. He was the father of the nation. We generally call him Bapu.
His Birth and Parentage
Mahatma Gandhi was born at Porbandar in Kathiawar (Gujarat) in the year of 1869 on 2nd October. His father, Kaba Gandhi was the Diwan of Rajkot State. His mother was a noble and pious lady.
His Education
At the age of seven he was sent to school. At school he proved himself to be only an average boy. He was always regular and punctual in his class. After passing his Matriculation Examination he studied at college. Then he went to England to study law.
Practice as Lawyer
He started his practice at Bombay. But he did not do well. Then he went to Rajkot. He was not a successful lawyer.
In Africa
He went to Africa to conduct a big law suit in a court. There he saw the bad condition of Indians. He put up a brave fight for their rights. He founded Natal Indian Congress. He was jailed with his friends. In 1914 the Indian Relief Act was passed. This bettered the lot of Indians.
His Political work in India
Gandhi returned to India. He joined the Congress. He became its leader. Under his leadership the Congress started non-violence and the non-co-operation movements to oppose the unjust acts of the British Government. Side by side he did constructive work-the removal of untouchability and the Hindu-Muslim Unity. At last India became free on the 15th of August 1947.
His Death
Gandhiji’s end came all of a sudden. He was shot dead by a thoughtless youngman. He died on 30th January, 1948.
His Character
Gandhiji was a deeply religious man. He taught and practised truth. He lived a very simple life. He had great love for the poor. He followed the path of truth and Ahimsa. He was a great saint.
Conclusion
Gandhiji was a great teacher, preacher, thinker and a soldier. He will be remembered and respected by the world for ever. The finest tribute paid to him was from General Smute who called him “a prince among men”.
May his soul rest in peace! May his teachings show the right path to humanity of the day!
Vocabulary
Pious- religious minded, Average- medium, Lawyer- pleader, Bettered- reformed, Unjust- unlawful, cruel, Side by side- alongwith, साथ-साथ, Constructive- effective, रचनात्मक। Practised- put into practice, अमल किया, Tribute- homage, श्रद्धांजलि।
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