Greatest World Leaders Who Fought Through Non-violence
By Indrani Raha | 02 October 2022
2nd October is observed as ‘The International Day of Non-Violence’ to celebrate the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
On this special day, let’s celebrate those people who have brought so many necessary changes without violence.
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Martin Luther King Jr
He used non-violent civil disobedience to fight against the segregation policy of America against blacks.
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Mahatma Gandhi
He led the movement for the independence of India from Great Britain.
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Bob Marley
He tried to break racial barriers and violence through his love and music.
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Nelson Mandela
Through his speeches and nonviolent protests he fought against apartheid, the white minority in South Africa and equal rights for all citizens.
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Mairead Maguire
She co-founded an organization that encouraged a peaceful resolution to the troubles in Northern Ireland.
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Non-violence is so relevant in today’s world of conflict and brutality.
What many people are unaware of is that there are alternatives to opposing and resolving conflict without harmful force.