Mahatma Gandhi Gandhi is considered one of the greatest men of the 20th century. To the people of India, he is thought to be the father of their nation. He believed in peace and brotherhood, and felt that the way to reach these goals was to be nonviolent and unafraid. He practiced love and tolerance for all humans. Many people in India were influenced by his views. Although he was never elected to an office, …showed first 75 words of 531 total…

…showed last 75 words of 531 total…terrible riots between Muslims and Hindus. Children were being killed and Gandhi was upset to see his countrymen fighting amongst themselves. He started another fast, at the age of 78. His purpose was to end the bloodshed. Five days later, the leaders agreed to stop fighting and Gandhi broke his fast. A few days later, on his way to a prayer meeting in New Delhi, Gandhi was assassinated. His death was mourned by the entire world.