Mahatma Gandhi, known affectionately as "Bapu" in India, was a key figure in the country's independence campaign.
In Porbandar, Gujarat, on October 2, 1869, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born.
At the age of 13, he tied the knot with Kasturba Gandhi. Four sons were born to the pair together.
In 1893, he moved to South Africa to begin practicing law, and he remained there for about 22 years.
Following his return to India in 1915, Gopalkrishna Gokhale recommended that Mr. Gandhi spend a year touring the country before beginning any political work.
He served as the leader of several Indian independence movements, such as the Quit India, Civil Disobedience, and Non-Cooperation campaigns.
Mr. Gandhi only consumed vegetarian meals.
He also pushed for the nation to outlaw untouchability.
Mahatma Gandhi also made efforts to revitalise India's handloom sector, with a particular emphasis on khadi.
Additionally, Bapu's birthday is commemorated as the "International Day of Non-Violence" in an effort to spread the message against violence.