Description
Mahatma Gandhi’s life and legacy go far beyond what we read in textbooks. This Gandhi Jayanti, discover some lesser-known facts that reflect his influence worldwide:
1. Gandhi Jayanti is a dry day, alcohol sale is banned across India.
2. It’s one of three official national holidays (along with Independence Day & Republic Day).
3. United Nations declared 2nd October as International Day of Non-Violence in 2007.
4. The main celebration takes place at Raj Ghat, Delhi, where Gandhi was cremated.
5. Gandhi Jayanti was first officially celebrated in 1949, one year after his assassination.
6. Gandhi Temple in Odisha is among the world’s first temples dedicated to him.
7. Gandhi struggled as a young lawyer, even refunding a client’s fee.
8. Over 46 roads worldwide are named after Gandhi, beyond India’s borders.
[Gandhi Jayanti, Mahatma Gandhi facts, Non-violence, Raj Ghat, Gandhi Temple, Indian history, Global influence, National holiday, Gandhi legacy, Rare facts]
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