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The name Gandhiji is derived from the Sanskrit word 'gandha' meaning 'fragrance' or 'scent.' Gandhiji was born on October 2, 1869, in the town of Porbandar, in the Indian state of Gujarat. Gandhiji was the son of a Hindu Brahmin priest. Gandhiji's father died when he was young, and he was raised by his mother. Gandhiji studied law at the University of Bombay, but he abandoned his studies to become a full-time social activist. Gandhiji was a key figure in the Indian independence movement. He was arrested and sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in the Quit India Movement in 1942. After his release from prison, Gandhiji served as the first Prime Minister of India from 1947 to 1948. Gandhiji died on January 20, 1948, in New Delhi. Gandhiji was a devout Hindu and a strong supporter of India's traditional culture and customs. He is also known for his philosophy of non-violence and for his work in promoting Hinduism as a religion. Gandhiji's name is pronounced 'gand-hee.'
