Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, revered as Mahatma Gandhi, was a pivotal figure in India's independence movement and a global advocate for nonviolent resistance. He led India to freedom from British rule through civil disobedience and is remembered for his philosophy of satyagraha, a practice of nonviolent resistance rooted in truth and love. It emphasizes self-suffering and a steadfast commitment to one's ethical beliefs as a means to confront injustice and bring about social and political change. His influence extends far beyond India, inspiring movements for civil rights and freedom worldwide. 

Satyagraha is not merely a tactic but a way of life, striving for positive social transformation through peaceful means.