Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, also known as Mahatma Gandhi, was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. He was a proponent of nonviolent civil disobedience and played a key role in India's struggle for independence. Gandhi's philosophy of Satyagraha, or truth force, inspired many other civil rights and freedom movements around the world. He is widely revered for his commitment to peace, justice, and equality. Gandhi's legacy continues to influence political and social movements globally.