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Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“Nothing is so aggravating as calmness.”

Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

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A leader of the Indian independence movement, lawyer, politician, and social activist, Mahatma Gandhi is revered as the 'Father of the Nation'. He advocated for non-violence and unity between Hindus and Muslims, leading the Indian struggle for independence and profoundly influencing history both in India and around the world. more

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