Mahatma Gandhi Gandhi believed so much in loving

Mahatma Gandhi • “Gandhi believed so much in loving tolerance that he hoped it could keep a newly independent India free of religious battles”(Molloy, 112). • Unfortunately, fear and tension are quite common between religious faiths. • Muslim leaders feared oppression from the Hindu majority. • Worked to create the new separate Muslim state of Pakistan. • As a result of this, some Hindu militants wished for revenge.

Gandhi’s End • In a fit of rage, one of the Hindu militants shot and killed Gandhi in 1948. • The last words of Mahatma Gandhi were Ram, Ram (“God”, “God”).

Gandhi’s Example • Even after death, Gandhi’s example spread across the globe. • Gandhi's ideology influenced Martin Luther King Jr. • Used in protests against racial segregation in the U. S.

Gandhi’s Portrayal • Mahatma Gandhi has been portrayed, both comically and seriously, in popular culture. • In the humorous cases it is either a comical portrayal of him, his habits, or reference to him. • In more serious cases, It is a portrayal that shows respect for Mahatma Gandhi.

Bruce Almighty • God: “I wanted to explain things to you better, but you left so quickly that I never got the chance. ” • Bruce: “That thing with the seven fingers kind of freaked me out. ” • God: “(laughs) I did the same thing to Gandhi once, he didn’t eat for three weeks. ”

The Simpsons: “Hungry, Hungry Homer” • Lisa: “You could do what Gandhi did. ” • Homer: “Lisa, I don’t see what fighting the British has to do with this. ” • Lisa: “What? !? No! I mean you could go on a hunger strike. ” • Homer: “Very well then, I’ll go on a hunger strike. ”

Clone High • In this show, one of the main characters is a clone of Mahatma Gandhi. • Unlike the real Gandhi, this character is nothing more than a party animal. • This character caused a great deal of controversy in the Indian community.

Gandhi • Gandhi (1982) is a biographical film about Mohandas ("Mahatma") Gandhi. • This is considered to be the most acclaimed tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s life. • Fairly accurate in terms of Gandhi’s life and the Indian struggle for independence. • In AFI’s “ 100 Years… 100 Heroes and Villains” Gandhi is ranked at #21 for Heroes.

Lage Raho Munna Bhai • Lage Raho Munna Bhai (English: Carry on Munna Bhai) is a 2006 Indian musical comedy film. • Munna Bhai begins to see the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi. • Through his interactions with the image of Gandhi, he begins to practice what he calls Gandhigiri. • Lage Raho Munna Bhai has had a strong cultural impact in India. • Popularized Gandhism.

Conclusion • Gandhi greatly influenced the world in his lifetime. • He showed that one can fight their enemies without ever laying a finger on them. • His example influenced many recognized people over the years. • Most recognized being Martin Luther King Jr. • Many portrayals show respect, some choose to mock him. • “An eye for and eye only makes the whole world blind. ”

Questionnaire What was Gandhi’s title? What nonviolent event is he most known for? How did he die? Who is recognized for following in Gandhi’s footsteps? • Name one of the media portrayals from this presentation. • •

Bibliography • Molloy, Michael. Experiencing the World’s Religions Tradition, Challenge, and Change. New York: Mc. Graw-Hill, 1999. pp. 113. 111 -