The name Mohandas, or Mahatma Gandhi is known throughout the entire world. "This little brown man in a loincloth" is an almost universal symbol of peace. For hundreds of years, Indians were forced to endure unfair laws and treatment from the British government. Indian society was unequally divided, its economy was deteriorating, and corruption and injustices were abounded. Through his non-violent efforts and determination, Mahatma Gandhi was able to gain independence for India and end many of the injustices that existed due to the British rule.

The goals of Gandhi's movement for Indian independence were mainly to end the damage to Indian society and government brought about by colonialism. There was much poverty, corruption, and social inequality. In order to benefit their own economy, the British had closed the market to Indian markets and the Indian market opened to British manufacturers. As a result of this, Indian industries--predominantly...