Mahatma Ganhdi by Caydi Young [S] https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo A Truly Radical Change Agent en-us 2019-02-19 04:04:57 UTC 2024-06-06 17:17:13 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Shakinghands.png cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/332541448 2019-02-19 04:30:53 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/332541448 cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/332541574 2019-02-19 04:31:35 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/332541574 cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/334734140 2019-02-25 08:11:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/334734140 background information cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760255 Mahatma Gandhi (commonly known as Gandhi) was revered in India as a father of the nation; a practicing Hindu, as well as a believer in Dharma, meaning the teaching and knowing of the path. Gandhi has always been a representative of justice, as well as having an incredible gift with words. He graduated from university as a lawyer, with the accomplishment of being the first lawyer of colour, despite the many challenges he faced along the way (NALAMALAPU, 2019). He began leading non-violent protests and speaking on behalf of the people for Indian independence from the 19th through to the 20th century. He stood up against the British empire by taking initiative and assisting Indian communities. (Whipps, 2019) Ghandi has shared his gift of wisdom all over the world, spreading his worldview on what is right and wrong whilst fighting peacefully for human rights deeming him as a ‘Truly Radical Change Agent’. ]]> 2019-03-05 03:26:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760255 How has their work encouraged a more open-minded view on situations rather than a close-minded and controlled view? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760324 Gandhi’s teachings were uniquely orientated around what is fair for all citizens despite diversity of religion which was reflected throughout his peaceful protesting. Gandhi respected all religions, demonstrating an open mind to all religious aspects and showing compassion to anyone’s beliefs. A common factor within any religion is that they respect and value a god, a common ground that should be celebrated between people and not a reason for conflict. He influenced the people around him to be accepting and open to learning other belief systems, rather than upholding a close-minded view by sticking to the morals of one god. Gandhi had an exceptional influence on people who were open to listening. He was a voice worth listening to. ]]> 2019-03-05 03:26:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760324 How did they take risks for the wellbeing of others rather than risking others’ wellbeing? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760418 Gandhi risked his own wellbeing to defend the justice of his own country, to fight peacefully against the riots and destructive protests. Gandhi began to fast, meaning he deprived himself of food until the fighting stopped. He classified himself as a Satyagrahi, someone who is prepared to die due to fasting against the unjust laws that surrounded the Indian people (NALAMALAPU, 2019). Gandhi was an agent of change, to the point of influencing the hierarchy, consequently ceasing the upheaval and violence, enabling him to end his fast. Gandhi also answered to the people. He stood up for the livelihood of others by understanding that Indian families source an income through the growth and production of cloth farming. He protested the outsourcing of traditional woven material by reinforcing that it was essential for them to spin their own production of cloth to source an income. Gandhi took suffering people into his own home and assisted them by enlightening them to his wise words of encouragement. He was truly the Father of India.]]> 2019-03-05 03:27:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760418 How have they worked for transformation of a situation rather than controlling and demanding conformity? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760465 Gandhi had a way of going against what society had moulded the culture to be. Instead of demanding conformity he passively and peacefully protested. A primary example of this is demonstrated in one of his protests that went against the Salt Tax. In 1882 the British Government had made a law that prohibited Indians from growing, harvesting and selling salt, a crucial aspect to their income. Instead of the traditional marketing method of selling salt in Indian communities, Indians were expected to purchase the product from British rulers, as well as pay an expensive tax. Thousands of people marched behind Gandhi to show power in numbers against the unfair rules of the British (HISTORY, 2019). Amongst him were people of all social economic positions, including some of the poorest people in India at the time. The people of India agreed with Gandhi and were determined to support him to achieve change. They were interrupted by British soldiers on horseback, charging in their direction with weapons. Instead of retaliating with violence, Gandhi and his followers lay flat on the ground. This stopped the soldiers in their path, leaving them with no other option other than to withdraw their attack. This is one of many examples of how Gandhi transformed situations as opposed to demanding conformity. 
 
]]> 2019-03-05 03:27:40 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760465 Who might they have offended along the way? How might this have cost them? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760511 Gandhi’s mission of empowerment caused many issues between British rule, as well as incensing religious extremists. Despite the negative impact regarding slavery and poverty in India, the British Rule provided some benefit to the upper-class Indian citizens by trading with Britain. Gandhi’s movement angered a minority of people, for example those of wealthy backgrounds who were supporters of the British empowerment; including Christians and people of other beliefs systems. Regardless of Gandhi’s good will and positive mission, people of other views took offence to Ghandi preaching as a Hindu. It is evident that especially within religious or political belief systems there will be a difference of views, at times to the extreme. Throughout his journey, Gandhi faced multiple charges and prison encounters due to the unsettlement and disagreement of others. 
The disagreement in religious view cost Gandhi his life. 
On January 30th 1948 Mahatma Gandhi was tragically assassinated as he was leading a prayer session (HISTORY, 2019). 
]]> 2019-03-05 03:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760511 Compare and contrast their worldview with the prevailing worldview of their own culture at the time? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760589 There is a significant contrast between Gandhi’s worldview and the worldview of the society at the time. He believed in nonviolent resistance as opposed to domination, which was principally demonstrated by British rule and religious extremists.Gandhi’s worldview and perspective developed through his personal experience of racism and discrimination. He showed an incredible quality of analysing the ever-changing environment that surrounded him. This enabled him to develop a leadership that overwhelmed the British influence. He developed a unique connection with people of diverse religious beliefs, utilising any opportunity to be a voice reflecting the issues of the people. Gandhi was the voice for change. He had a baseline of affluent respect which enabled his idealism of revolution. The religion Gandhi practiced was Hindu, however he celebrated all religions. The worldview that surrounded Gandhi at the time was dictated by British influence. British culture is religiously driven, dedicating their way life to Christianity. Between 1870 and 1910, while the British rule was in control of India, over 30 million famine related deaths occurred (poopingson, 2019). Britain developed a domination over India that changed the way they live their everyday lives. The British introduced Westernisation to India, destroying the hundreds of years of Hindu rule, attempting to replace it with Christianity (poopingson, 2019). India’s people were deprived of having or using their voice and Gandhi’s mission was to change that.]]> 2019-03-05 03:28:16 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760589 What have you found most inspiring about the person you have studied and how have they challenged your own worldview? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760760 Mahatma Gandhi has been an inspiration to learn about in many ways. I feel as though I have gained a different perspective of belief systems. I have gained knowledge that I can take with me into the future to travel the world with a greater understanding of the places I would love to explore, such as India. I admire Gandhi’s acceptance, selflessness, resilience and upmost compassion for others. He had an ability to expand his mind to be open to any individuals, or religious belief system; whilst upholding a fair and revolutionary view point and movement, regardless of what ‘god’ they believed in. This defied the close-minded worldview of the society that surrounded him. He showed strength despite at time being a frail structure of a man, demonstrating qualities that put others rights above and beyond his own well-being. He proved that violence isn’t the answer to a positive outcome. He also showed great bravery by retaliating peacefully against controlling powers. Most importantly, Mahatma Gandhi stayed true to himself. ]]> 2019-03-05 03:29:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337760760 In what way may your person been less than perfect? What evidence is there of this? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337761007
Firstly, what is perfection? How can we tell if a person is perfect? It’s hard to label someone so empowering such as Gandhi as imperfect after the incredible movement he created. However, there were downfalls to Gandhi’s revolution. The primary problem that surrounded Gandhi’s dedication to change was that he sacrificed himself. He put his own life at risk to the point of potential death or becoming bed bound.  The impact of this would have most certainly been tragic to his family life. Gandhi had four sons and a beloved wife at home, however he continued to explore the limits of his cause against British rule. Gandhi demonstrated immense dedication to his mission for change which usually lead to an outcome that involved repetitive conflict with the Law and British Government. Gandhi endangered himself by pushing the boundaries of political turmoil. Eventually he faced imprisonment for six years after being arrested (Mkgandhi.org, 2019). He missed out on six years of his family’s growth and development because of his endeavours. Mahatma Gandhi ultimately lost his life because of his cause. ]]> 2019-03-05 03:30:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337761007 cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337769208 2019-03-05 04:25:26 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/337769208 How did they challenge the ‘status quo’ (the way things seem to have always been - controlled by those with the power), rather than holding onto power through violence? cyoun01 https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/339186571 Gandhi didn’t agree with the social injustice that surrounded him, defying the ‘status quo’ of violence to fight for his cause. The power of peaceful protest was Gandhi’s ability to demonstrate his supremacy over and above the British Rule. During this era, India was under control of British Government and faced many political dilemmas (McNamara, 2019). Racism involving Indian rights was a significant issue. The people of India were expected to pay unreasonable taxes regardless of their income, as well as give away their property, conforming to the British Rule and the expectations of higher powers (NALAMALAPU, 2019). Gandhi challenged this by doing what he thought was right and standing up for the voice of India. Despite the violence that surrounded him, Gandhi had a way of utilising his words and incredible knowledge to fight against the issues of his time. “Be the change you wish to see in the world” was something Gandhi stood by. He had a way of peacefully retaliating against anyone who challenged him, while still upholding his beliefs. ]]> 2019-03-08 06:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/cyoun01/pkz3luf8h1lo/wish/339186571 Bibliography: En.wikipedia.org. (2019). Gandhi (film). [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gandhi_ (film) [Accessed 4 Mar. 2019]. 
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