The 1948 assassination of Mahatma Gandhi inspired a global day of non-violence

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The 1948 assassination of Mahatma Gandhi inspired a global day of non-violence

Following the 1948 assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, his legacy of non-violent resistance inspired educators in Spain to establish a global day of peace that is still observed by students today.

The world was shocked on January 30, 1948, when Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated while walking to a prayer meeting. His death did not silence his philosophy of 'Satyagraha', or soulful force, which proved that massive political change could be achieved without firing a single shot.

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