MAHATMA GANDHI: LEADER OF THE NONVIOLENT POLITICAL MOVEMENT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS IN INDIA

Abstract

This academic article, the author will present the knowledge of the leader of the political movement to demand rights through peaceful means in India of Mahatma Gandhi. The knowledge from this article found that Mahatma Gandhi was an important leader in demanding and fighting for independence from England until it was successful. He was a leader of the political movement to demand rights through peaceful means without violence, including: 1) Love and have mercy on those who hate us as Mahatma Gandhi said that following the law of love is not easy. But doing good deeds and beauty is all difficult. Loving those who hate us is the most difficult thing. Ashna must start in the heart. Our heart must not be filled with hatred. Make our hearts have love and mercy for both those we love and those who hate us. 2) The use of non-violence must be learned and practiced. In order to be a person who sacrifices the most, so as not to be afraid, not afraid of losing whether it is an organ, property or even life. Those who follow the principles of non-violence cannot be afraid or cowardly. Following the principles of non-violence must have fearlessness as the most important foundation. 3) Satyagraha struggle The fighter must not use force against the opponent. Do not harm or destroy the life of the opponent. The fighters must have patience and empathy for the opposing side. Mahatma Gandhi is considered to be the key figure in making India a united country, making India independent and democratic until today.