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Mahatma Gandhi, Indian freedom fighter, activist and philosopher (died 1948)

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Mahatma Gandhi

Indian independence activist (1869–1948)

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule. He inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world.…
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October 2

Day of the year

October 2 is the 275th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 90 days remain until the end of the year.
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