The man who altered the character of the national movement through a new ideology was Mohandas Karam Chand Gandhi. He was one of the greatest Indians of all times and was a remarkable personality of world history. Mahatma Gandhi is perhaps the most widely recognized figure of the Indian Nationalist Movement for his role in leading non-violent civil uprisings. He first employed the non-violent approach in South Africa where he was serving as an expatriate lawyer. Gandhi has been called the father of India and a great soul in beggar s garb. His nonviolent approach to political change helped India gain independence after nearly a century of British colonial rule. A frail man with a will of iron, he provided a blueprint for future social movements around the world. He was Mahatma Gandhi, and he remains one of the most revered figures in modern history. Ascetic and unflinching, Gandhi changed the face of civil disobedience around the world. This important book on Gandhi and his contribution on Indian national movements in a must read by students of Gandhian studies general readers wish to enhance their knowledge on Gandhi and his work.