Mohandas Gandhi - Biography

Where was Gandhi born, and when?

• Delhi, 1875

• Porbandar, 1869

• Mumbai, 1880

• Kolkata, 1857

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What was unusual about Gandhi’s marriage from today’s perspective?

• Gandhi had multiple wives throughout his life.
• Gandhi was married to a woman of his choice at 20.
• Gandhi married at the age of 13 in an arranged marriage.
• Gandhi's marriage was celebrated with a large public ceremony.

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What profession did Gandhi’s parents want him to pursue?

• Lawyer
• Doctor
• Engineer
• Teacher

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Where did Gandhi study law?

• Harvard University
• University of Cambridge
• Yale Law School
• University College London

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What experience in South Africa influenced Gandhi’s future work?

• Discrimination faced as an Indian immigrant.
• Gandhi's work in the Indian independence movement.
• The influence of British colonial policies in India.
• His travels across Europe.

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