Gandhi was born on the 2nd of October, 1869 and he passed away on the 30th of January, 1948. He was a man of strong principles who stood up for what he believed in no matter what the consequences. In 1921, Gandhi lead nationwide campaigns to produce a less impoverished society and he fought for the rights of women, everywhere. His fights upset some people, so they captured him, and put him in jail. His strength of character was put to the test when he fasted for 64 days, to support the independence of his country. This was the longest fasting ever recorded in history. So strongly did he believe in what he was doing, that he continued on this path at considerable cost to himself. While keeping his torture inside, he continued to pursue what he thought was right even though his health was deteriorating. Overtime people had learned to accept him and what he stood for. People revered Gandhi in everything he did and said because he had the courage to not only stand up for himself, but also for his country. He enlightened others to tell the truth. There were two reasons why Gandhi fasted. One, because it initiated a self-purification process, but it also was a protest to society. If it weren't for Gandhi's freedom and willingness to fight, India would never have had it's independence. Gandhi was a man full of righteousness and soul, when he passed, not only did India mourned him, but the other countries of the world missed him as well. Gandhi served his country both in health and in sickness. He was resilient and he followed his dreams to fight for the freedom of his country. It was his vision and actions that allowed the independence all Indian people enjoy today.
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