Class 12 History - Themes in Indian History - III - Chapter Mahatma Gandhi and the Nationalist Movement NCERT Solutions | How was Mahatma Gandhi perceived by the

Welcome to the NCERT Solutions for Class 12th History - Themes in Indian History - III - Chapter Mahatma Gandhi and the Nationalist Movement. This page offers a step-by-step solution to the specific question from Exercise 1, Question 2: how was mahatma gandhi perceived by the peasants....
Question 2

How was Mahatma Gandhi perceived by the peasants?

Answer

India is a country of villagers and vast number of Indians are engaged in farming. Mahatma Gandhi knew that during freedom struggle his focus was to address the issues of farmers. He dressed like farmers. His involvement in Indian politics began in Champaran when he successfully resolved the issues of farmers. He stood for farmers against excesses of the British government like high taxes and oppressive tax collections. Apart from all the above, mystery also surrounded the personality of Mahatma Gandhi. Many believed he was endowed with supernatural powers. Stories spread that those who spoke ill of Mahatma Gandhi suffered natural calamities. Thus, farmers perceived Mahatma Gandhi as their saviour and still many believed he was bestowed with the power to perform miracles.

 

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