Mahatma Gandhi: achievements, criticism, and sources
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Achievements and contributions.
Gandhi’s Salt March challenged British salt tax in 1930
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Gandhi launched 1942 Quit India Movement demanding British withdrawal
Gandhi promoted social uplift through constructive programs
Gandhi’s campaigns contributed to Indian independence in 1947
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Gandhian nonviolence influenced American civil-rights leaders
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Harms and documented concerns.
Gandhi opposed untouchability but retained caste commitments
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Gandhi halted Non-Cooperation Movement after Chauri Chaura violence
Gandhi pleaded guilty and was sentenced to six years for sedition
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Gandhi’s communal strategy faced criticism before Partition
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